Lead Architect

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Career growth

Insurance

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa seeks a Lead Architect to drive major projects from concept to completion.

You will lead design teams, manage client relationships, ensure code compliance and sustainability, and mentor junior staff while delivering profitable projects for a prestigious practice.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture and professional registration as an Architect.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in architectural practice with a strong portfolio.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing design teams and complex projects.
• Expertise in BIM software and advanced design technologies.
• Exceptional client management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to manage project finances and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage design teams throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring high standards of architectural quality.
• Develop and present innovative design concepts to clients and stakeholders.
• Oversee the preparation of all design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and contract administration.
• Manage client expectations and maintain strong, collaborative relationships.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and sustainability initiatives.
• Mentor and develop junior architectural staff, fostering a culture of design excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

BIM (Revit)

Autodesk Revit

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and accomplished Lead Architect to spearhead significant architectural projects in their Randburg office. This senior leadership position requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record of delivering complex, high-quality designs from inception through to completion. You will lead design teams, manage client relationships, and ensure that projects align with the firm's vision and standards. Joining our client means playing a pivotal role in shaping the built environment of Gauteng and beyond, fostering innovation and excellence within a prestigious architectural practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage design teams throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring high standards of architectural quality.
• Develop and present innovative design concepts to clients and stakeholders.
• Oversee the preparation of all design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and contract administration.
• Manage client expectations and maintain strong, collaborative relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant building codes, regulations, and sustainability initiatives .
• Mentor and develop junior architectural staff, fostering a culture of design excellence.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture and professional registration as an Architect .
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in architectural practice, with a strong portfolio.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing design teams and complex projects.
• Expertise in BIM software and advanced design technologies.
• Exceptional client management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to manage project finances and ensure profitability.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership within the firm.
• Exposure to prestigious and challenging architectural projects in Randburg .
• A collaborative and professional work culture that values expertise and innovation.