Lead Healthcare Facility Architect – Hospitals & Clinics

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Healthcare Facility Architect to lead the design of hospitals, clinics, and specialized medical centers in Bloemfontein, Free State. You will guide projects from concept through construction, coordinating with healthcare professionals, engineers, and regulators to meet stringent requirements.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Architecture with a healthcare focus and SACAP registration, with a minimum of 8 years’ experience, including 5 years in

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture with a healthcare specialization is required.
• Professional SACAP registration is essential.
• Minimum 8 years of experience, with at least 5 years in healthcare facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of healthcare facilities from concept to construction documents.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, engineers, and regulators to define project requirements.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare codes, standards, and best practices.
• Develop layouts, room data sheets, and equipment planning strategies.
• Integrate medical technology and equipment into designs.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies in Bloemfontein, Free State.
• Manage timelines and budgets, ensuring efficient delivery of design services.
• Coordinate with MEP, structural, and medical gas consultants.
• Prioritize patient safety, infection control, accessibility, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Healthcare planning

Project management

Client liaison

Infection control

BIM literacy

Education

Master's degree in Architecture – healthcare specialization

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Healthcare Facility Architect to lead the design of hospitals, clinics, and specialized medical centers in Bloemfontein, Free State. You will guide projects from concept through construction, coordinating with healthcare professionals, engineers, and regulators to meet stringent requirements.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Architecture with a healthcare focus and SACAP registration, with a minimum of 8 years’ experience, including 5 years in