Building Envelope Architect (Hybrid) - High-Performance

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Professional development

Collaborative team

Mossel Bay office

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Building Envelope Specialist Architect in Mossel Bay. The role focuses on designing and ensuring the performance of building envelopes, including systems for roofing, cladding, and glazing, across diverse typologies.

The candidate should be a SACAP-registered Architect with 7+ years of envelope experience, strong materials science knowledge, and proficiency in relevant design tools. Hybrid work accommodates Mossel Bay office collaboration and remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• Registered SACAP architect with 7+ years in envelope design and performance.
• Strong knowledge of materials science and hygrothermal principles.
• Experience with envelope diagnostics and testing protocols.
• Proficient in design/analysis software relevant to envelopes.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify building envelope systems including roofing, cladding, windows, and curtain walls.
• Analyze moisture intrusion, air leakage, thermal bridging, and condensation.
• Perform envelope performance reviews and diagnostics.
• Develop detailed specifications and drawings for envelope components.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors for proper integration.
• Conduct site observations and quality control inspections on envelope work.
• Stay updated on envelope tech, materials, testing methods.
• Prepare technical reports and client recommendations on envelope performance.

Skills

Envelope design

Building physics

Diagnostics

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Architect qualification (SACAP registered)

Tools

Design software

Envelope testing software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Building Envelope Specialist Architect in Mossel Bay. The role focuses on designing and ensuring the performance of building envelopes, including systems for roofing, cladding, and glazing, across diverse typologies.

The candidate should be a SACAP-registered Architect with 7+ years of envelope experience, strong materials science knowledge, and proficiency in relevant design tools. Hybrid work accommodates Mossel Bay office collaboration and remote flexibility.