Commercial Design Architect

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 980,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Healthcare benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit invites a Commercial Design Architect to lead the design of retail, office and hospitality spaces across Mpumalanga. You will drive conceptual design through to construction documentation and site supervision, ensuring compliance with codes and client requirements.

We seek a PrArch with at least six years of relevant experience, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD to deliver innovative, high-quality commercial environments.

Qualifications

• Professional Architect (PrArch) qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in commercial architectural design.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating successful commercial projects (retail, office, hospitality).
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and 3D visualization software.
• Excellent understanding of commercial building typologies and construction methods.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design of commercial projects, ensuring innovative and functional solutions.
• Develop conceptual designs, schematic designs, and detailed construction documents.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, and contractors to define project requirements and achieve design goals.
• Ensure designs meet all relevant building codes, zoning regulations, and client specifications in Nelspruit.
• Prepare presentations and design proposals for client meetings and public approvals.
• Oversee construction administration to ensure quality and adherence to design intent.

Skills

Architectural design

Revit

AutoCAD

3D visualization

Client management

Project leadership

Education

PrArch qualification

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

3D visualization software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and technically proficient Commercial Design Architect to join their practice in Nelspruit . This role involves designing a variety of commercial spaces, including retail centers, office buildings, and hospitality venues. You will be responsible for the full design process, from conceptualization and client presentations to detailed documentation and site supervision. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the development of vibrant commercial environments in the Mpumalanga region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design of commercial projects, ensuring innovative and functional solutions.
• Develop conceptual designs, schematic designs, and detailed construction documents.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, and contractors to define project requirements and achieve design goals.
• Ensure designs meet all relevant building codes, zoning regulations, and client specifications in Nelspruit .
• Prepare presentations and design proposals for client meetings and public approvals.
• Oversee construction administration to ensure quality and adherence to design intent.

Requirements

• Professional Architect (PrArch) qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in commercial architectural design.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating successful commercial projects (retail, office, hospitality).
• Proficiency in Revit , AutoCAD, and 3D visualization software.
• Excellent understanding of commercial building typologies and construction methods.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and high-impact commercial developments.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in Nelspruit .
• Support for professional development and continuing education.