Healthcare Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund options

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Healthcare Architect to lead the design of state-of-the-art medical facilities in Stellenbosch, focusing on patient flow, infection control, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with healthcare professionals, engineers and consultants to develop functional, efficient, healing spaces, delivering critical infrastructure for public health.

Qualifications

• A professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or equivalent).
• Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare design principles, medical technologies, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for hospital, clinic, and healthcare facility projects.
• Develop conceptual designs and detailed plans optimizing patient care, operations, and staff workflows.
• Ensure adherence to healthcare building codes and infection control protocols (SANS, NHBRC).
• Collaborate with medical equipment planners, MEP engineers, and other specialists to integrate complex systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site analyses for healthcare development opportunities.
• Oversee construction administration to ensure proper implementation of healthcare design requirements.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized and experienced Healthcare Architect to lead the design of state-of-the-art medical facilities in Stellenbosch . This role demands a deep understanding of the unique requirements of healthcare environments, including patient flow, infection control, specialized equipment needs, and regulatory compliance within the healthcare sector. You will work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, engineers, and consultants to create functional, efficient, and healing spaces. This is a critical position that offers the chance to make a significant impact on public health infrastructure, contributing your expertise to innovative healthcare projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for new hospital, clinic, and healthcare facility projects.
• Develop conceptual designs and detailed plans that optimize patient care, operational efficiency, and staff workflows.
• Ensure strict adherence to healthcare-specific building codes, standards (e.g., SANS, NHBRC), and infection control protocols.
• Collaborate with medical equipment planners, MEP engineers, and other specialists to integrate complex systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site analyses for healthcare development opportunities.
• Oversee construction administration to ensure accurate implementation of healthcare design requirements.

Requirements

• A professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or equivalent).
• A minimum of 8 years of architectural experience with a significant focus on healthcare projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare design principles , medical technologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD , with experience in complex modeling and documentation.
• Strong project management and client liaison skills.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder requirements and ensure successful project delivery in Stellenbosch .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package commensurate with specialized experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for professional development in healthcare architecture.
• A collaborative team environment focused on critical project delivery in Stellenbosch . Contribute to the development of vital healthcare infrastructure.