Lead Project Architect - Sandton (Sustainable Design)

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and incentives

Career development

Prestigious projects in Sandton

Studio environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Project Architect to lead design and development for high-end Sandton projects. You will translate client visions into functional, sustainable architectural designs while ensuring regulatory compliance and technical feasibility.

You will coordinate with engineers, manage timelines and budgets, and oversee construction documentation from concept through to completion. Strong leadership and client-facing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered Architect with SACAP (Pr Arch) eligibility or status.
• Minimum of 8 years in architectural design and project management.
• Proficient in CAD software such as AutoCAD and Revit; strong visualization skills.
• Strong understanding of materials, construction techniques and sustainability.
• Excellent communication, presentation and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead design from concept to construction documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers to ensure integrated designs.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and client expectations.
• Ensure designs comply with codes, zoning and environmental standards.
• Conduct site visits to verify design intent during construction.

Skills

Architect registration

Leadership

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Visualization tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Project Architect to lead design and development for high-end Sandton projects. You will translate client visions into functional, sustainable architectural designs while ensuring regulatory compliance and technical feasibility.

You will coordinate with engineers, manage timelines and budgets, and oversee construction documentation from concept through to completion. Strong leadership and client-facing skills are essential.