Lead Architect - Sustainable Design

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Performance bonuses

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Architect with a specialization in Sustainable Design to spearhead remote projects from Durban and beyond. You will guide energy‑efficient design, material sustainability and low ecological impact across a distributed team.

Lead life cycle assessments, integrate sustainable systems, and mentor teams in a virtual workspace while pursuing green building certifications and best practices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture or Sustainable Design.
• 10+ years of experience in sustainable architectural design.
• Accredited professional in a green building rating system (e.g., LEED AP).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process with a strong focus on sustainability and green building principles.
• Develop strategies to optimize energy performance and occupant well‑being.
• Conduct life cycle assessments and environmental impact studies.
• Integrate sustainable systems with engineering disciplines.
• Oversee design documentation and LEED/Green Star compliance.
• Mentor project teams in a fully remote working environment.

Skills

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Sustainable design

Team mentorship

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Energy modeling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and passionate Lead Architect with a specialization in Sustainable Design to spearhead innovative projects in a remote-first capacity. This role is ideal for a leader who is committed to environmental responsibility and wants to make a significant impact on the built environment. You will guide the design process for projects that emphasize energy efficiency, material sustainability, and minimal ecological impact. Working with a distributed team, you'll foster a collaborative environment focused on cutting-edge green building practices, contributing to a legacy of environmentally conscious architecture from Durban and beyond, all managed through a fully remote setup.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for projects with a strong focus on sustainability and green building principles.
• Develop innovative design strategies that optimize energy performance, resource efficiency, and occupant well-being.
• Conduct life cycle assessments and environmental impact studies for proposed designs.
• Collaborate with engineering disciplines to integrate sustainable systems and technologies seamlessly.
• Oversee the creation of detailed design documentation, ensuring compliance with green building certifications (e.g., LEED, Green Star).
• Mentor and guide project teams in adopting and implementing sustainable design practices in a virtual workspace .

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture or Sustainable Design.
• Over 10 years of experience, with a significant focus on sustainable architectural design .
• Accredited professional in a recognized green building rating system (e.g., LEED AP).
• Expertise in energy modeling and simulation software.
• Proven track record of leading successful sustainable building projects.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and remote collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Significant contribution to professional development and green building certifications.
• Opportunity to lead impactful and award-winning sustainable projects.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.