Lead Principal Architect for Iconic Mixed-Use Projects

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 152,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Performance bonus

Medical/retirement benefits

Professional development allowance

Leadership opportunity

Access to advanced technology

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a Principal Architect to lead major mixed-use developments from concept to completion. You will mentor teams, manage client relationships, and drive design excellence across multidisciplinary collaborators, delivering integrated, sustainable urban solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a 12+ year track record, a Master’s degree in Architecture, and registration as a SACAP professional, with strong leadership and business development capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• 12+ years of architectural experience with large-scale mixed-use developments.
• Experience as Principal Architect or in a senior leadership role.
• Portfolio demonstrating sophisticated design thinking and delivery of complex projects.
• Registered Professional Architect with SACAP or equivalent.
• Proficiency with BIM and architectural design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and development of major mixed-use projects from concept to completion.
• Provide senior design direction and mentorship to project teams.
• Manage client relationships and stakeholder engagement for complex development projects.
• Oversee development of design documentation ensuring quality, budget, and schedule.
• Collaborate with engineers, urban planners, and consultants for integrated solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site analyses, and design reviews.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Represent the firm in high-level meetings with clients and authorities.
• Contribute to business development and acquisition of new projects.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Project management

Mentorship

Urban planning

Design leadership

BIM tools

Architectural design software

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

BIM tools

Architectural design software

Job description

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a Principal Architect to lead major mixed-use developments from concept to completion. You will mentor teams, manage client relationships, and drive design excellence across multidisciplinary collaborators, delivering integrated, sustainable urban solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a 12+ year track record, a Master’s degree in Architecture, and registration as a SACAP professional, with strong leadership and business development capabilities.