Community Architect: Lead Social Housing & Public Spaces

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Social impact

Meaningful projects

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a socially conscious Community Architect to lead projects in Mahikeng, North West. You will design community facilities, affordable housing, and public spaces that uplift residents and foster social cohesion.

Collaborating with local government, NGOs, and communities, you will ensure sustainable, culturally sensitive solutions, manage risks, and oversee delivery from concept to construction while maintaining quality and budget.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Architect with SACAP.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in community-based or social housing projects.
• Ability to work with diverse community groups and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and project management tools.
• Strong understanding of affordable housing typologies and funding mechanisms.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and cross-cultural collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage architectural projects focused on community development, including housing, schools, and public amenities in Mahikeng.
• Engage with community members and stakeholders to understand needs and co-create design solutions.
• Ensure designs are contextually appropriate, affordable, and promote social cohesion.
• Coordinate with authorities and community organizations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Advocate for sustainable and resilient building practices suitable for the local environment.
• Oversee construction phases to ensure quality, budget adherence, and community benefit.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Community development

Cross-cultural collaboration

Project management

Education

SACAP-registered architect

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a socially conscious Community Architect to lead projects in Mahikeng, North West. You will design community facilities, affordable housing, and public spaces that uplift residents and foster social cohesion.

Collaborating with local government, NGOs, and communities, you will ensure sustainable, culturally sensitive solutions, manage risks, and oversee delivery from concept to construction while maintaining quality and budget.