Creative Director: Architecture & Urban Design (Equity Options)

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Executive health

Relocation assistance

Sabbatical program

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a prestigious, internationally recognized architectural and urban design firm in Port Elizabeth to appoint a Creative Director. This leadership role demands a visionary with a passion for innovative design, strategic thinking, and the ability to inspire cross-disciplinary teams to deliver compelling projects.

You will set the artistic direction, oversee concepts from sketches to final designs, and represent the practice at client pitches and industry forums, shaping

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture, Urban Design, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive design leadership experience.
• Acclaimed portfolio with high-profile projects.
• Proven ability to inspire and manage design teams.
• Strong understanding of architectural theory, urbanism, sustainability.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strategic thinker with business acumen.
• Experience with diverse client groups.
• Fluency in industry-standard design software.

Responsibilities

• Define and champion the firm's creative vision, design philosophy, and aesthetic standards across all projects.
• Lead and inspire multi-disciplinary design teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Oversee the conceptual design phase of major architectural and urban design projects, ensuring originality and strategic alignment.
• Actively participate in client pitches and presentations, articulating the firm's design strengths and vision.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop strategic business goals and identify new opportunities.
• Mentor and guide emerging talent within the design team, nurturing their creative potential.
• Ensure the highest quality of design output, from initial sketches to detailed presentations and final designs.
• Stay at the forefront of global architectural and urban design trends, incorporating innovative ideas and technologies.
• Represent the firm in industry forums, conferences, and public engagements.

Skills

Creative leadership

Architecture

Urban design

Portfolio excellence

Client presentations

Staff mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Architecture/Urban Design

Job description

Placements24 partners with a prestigious, internationally recognized architectural and urban design firm in Port Elizabeth to appoint a Creative Director. This leadership role demands a visionary with a passion for innovative design, strategic thinking, and the ability to inspire cross-disciplinary teams to deliver compelling projects.

You will set the artistic direction, oversee concepts from sketches to final designs, and represent the practice at client pitches and industry forums, shaping