Lead Architect - Sustainable Design

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Autonomy and influence

Global projects

Health benefits

Remote-first work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Lead Architect specializing in sustainable design to spearhead environmentally conscious projects. This fully remote leadership role will guide design teams, develop sustainability strategies, and ensure high ecological performance from Richards Bay to global projects.

Requirements include a professional architecture qualification, 10+ years in sustainable practice, proficiency in BIM and green rating systems, and strong remote collaboration and client management

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Architecture with a strong focus on sustainable design.
• Minimum 10 years of experience, with significant sustainable project work.
• Experience with green building rating systems (e.g., LEED, Green Star).
• Expertise in BIM and performance analysis tools.
• Strong leadership and remote collaboration capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for sustainable architectural projects from concept to completion.
• Develop and implement energy-efficient, water-saving, and material-sustainability strategies.
• Mentor and guide project teams, fostering innovation and environmental responsibility.
• Engage with clients to articulate design vision and sustainability benefits.
• Stay abreast of trends and technologies in sustainable architecture and green building certifications.

Skills

Sustainable design

Leadership

Remote collaboration

BIM software

Client management

Education

Professional Architecture Qualification

Tools

BIM software

Performance analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an visionary Lead Architect with a specialization in Sustainable Design to spearhead innovative projects. This is a fully remote leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the future of environmentally conscious architecture from anywhere. You will be responsible for guiding design teams, developing sustainable strategies, and ensuring projects meet high standards of ecological performance and energy efficiency. This role demands a blend of creative design flair, technical expertise in green building practices, and strong leadership capabilities, making a significant impact on the built environment from Richards Bay to global projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for sustainable architectural projects, integrating green building principles from concept to completion.
• Develop and implement strategies for energy efficiency, water conservation, and material sustainability.
• Mentor and guide project teams, fostering a culture of innovation and environmental responsibility.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to articulate design vision and sustainability benefits.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in sustainable architecture and green building certifications.

Requirements

• Professional qualification in Architecture with a strong focus on sustainable design.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience, with a significant portion dedicated to sustainable projects.
• Demonstrated experience with green building rating systems (e.g., LEED, Green Star).
• Expertise in BIM software and performance analysis tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client management skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Significant autonomy and influence over project direction.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge sustainable architecture projects globally.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Flexible, remote-first work environment, allowing work from anywhere.