Lead Architectural Designer — Shape Visionary Projects

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary package commensurate

Performance bonuses

Prime office location in George

Professional growth opportunities

Health insurance and retirement

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, invites an accomplished Lead Architectural Designer to spearhead innovative design initiatives, guiding projects from concept through planning and construction detailing.

You will lead design teams, mentor designers, present proposals to clients, and ensure deliverables meet high aesthetic and regulatory standards. A strong portfolio and expertise in Rhino, SketchUp, V-Ray and Adobe Creative Suite are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent qualification.
• 7+ years in architectural design with at least 2 years in a leadership capacity.
• Outstanding portfolio showcasing diverse high-quality design work.
• Strong understanding of sustainability in design and client management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptual design process for new projects with innovative, contextually appropriate solutions.
• Manage and mentor a team of architectural designers and technologists.
• Prepare and present design proposals, sketches, renderings, and models to clients and stakeholders.
• Oversee development of detailed design documentation ensuring regulatory alignment.
• Conduct site analysis and programming to inform design decisions.
• Stay abreast of design trends, materials, and technologies to maintain competitiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Client communication

Portfolio development

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Rhino

SketchUp

V-Ray

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, invites an accomplished Lead Architectural Designer to spearhead innovative design initiatives, guiding projects from concept through planning and construction detailing.

You will lead design teams, mentor designers, present proposals to clients, and ensure deliverables meet high aesthetic and regulatory standards. A strong portfolio and expertise in Rhino, SketchUp, V-Ray and Adobe Creative Suite are essential.