Lead Hospitality Design Architect

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Exposure to high-profile hospitality

Professional growth and skill-enhanced

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape invites a Senior Architectural Designer with 7+ years of hospitality-focused experience. You will lead design development from concept through construction documentation for hotels, resorts, restaurants, and entertainment venues.

Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion/V-Ray, and Adobe Creative Suite is essential. You will mentor junior designers, collaborate with clients and consultants, and ensure designs meet brand standards, spatial planning, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related design field.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in hospitality and leisure projects.
• Proven portfolio with hotels, resorts, or high-end leisure facilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion/V-Ray, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for hospitality and leisure projects from conceptualization to construction documentation.
• Develop innovative and contextually appropriate design concepts.
• Create detailed architectural drawings, 3D models, and compelling visual presentations.
• Collaborate with clients, interior designers, and specialist consultants.
• Ensure designs meet functional requirements, brand standards, and budget constraints.
• Select materials and finishes that enhance guest experience and operational efficiency.
• Oversee design development and coordinate with technical teams for constructability.
• Conduct site visits and engage with project teams during construction.
• Stay updated on hospitality design trends and innovations.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to the firm's creative output.

Skills

Hospitality design

Guest flow planning

Conceptual thinking

Communication & collaboration

Mentoring junior designers

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Lumion/V-Ray

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape invites a Senior Architectural Designer with 7+ years of hospitality-focused experience. You will lead design development from concept through construction documentation for hotels, resorts, restaurants, and entertainment venues.

Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion/V-Ray, and Adobe Creative Suite is essential. You will mentor junior designers, collaborate with clients and consultants, and ensure designs meet brand standards, spatial planning, and