Hybrid Urban Design Architect – Master Planning

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Further training opportunities

Vibrant design community

Remote work option

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape) seeks an Architectural Designer focused on urban planning and placemaking. Join a hybrid role to shape cities and communities with a multidisciplinary team, prioritizing sustainability, functionality, and community engagement.

Responsibilities include developing urban plans, producing drawings and renderings, conducting site analyses, and collaborating with engineers, planners, and landscape architects. A portfolio is essential.

Qualifications

• Professional degree required in Architecture, Urban Planning, or related design field.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and development of urban planning projects, master plans, and architectural concepts.
• Produce architectural drawings, renderings, and presentations using industry-standard software.
• Conduct site analysis, feasibility studies, and research for potential developments.
• Collaborate with senior designers, urban planners, landscape architects, and engineers.
• Assist in planning applications and regulatory submissions.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather input and present design proposals.
• Ensure designs comply with planning regulations and sustainability principles.
• Develop design narratives and visual strategies to communicate project vision.
• Stay informed on urban design trends and legislation.
• Participate in design reviews and critiques with constructive feedback.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Urban design principles

Visual communication

Education

Professional degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, or related design discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape) seeks an Architectural Designer focused on urban planning and placemaking. Join a hybrid role to shape cities and communities with a multidisciplinary team, prioritizing sustainability, functionality, and community engagement.

Responsibilities include developing urban plans, producing drawings and renderings, conducting site analyses, and collaborating with engineers, planners, and landscape architects. A portfolio is essential.