Lead Residential Design Architect – Luxury Homes (Hybrid)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Medical aid support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Residential Design Architect for a boutique architectural studio in Port Elizabeth. The role combines office collaboration with remote work, focusing on high-end residential design, client interactions, and comprehensive project delivery.

You will guide concept through construction docs, oversee site supervision, and mentor junior staff while staying current with sustainable design practices and industry standards. A strong portfolio is essential.

Qualifications

• Professional architect registration with SACAP (PrArch) and at least 7 years of experience in residential architecture.
• Proven portfolio of high-quality, luxurious residential designs.
• Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for high-end residential projects from concept to construction documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and landscape professionals.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and consultant communications; mentor junior staff.

Skills

Creative design

Client-facing

Project leadership

Sustainable design

Independent & team player

Education

Professional Architect registration (PrArch) with SACAP

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Lumion/Enscape

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Residential Design Architect for a boutique architectural studio in Port Elizabeth. The role combines office collaboration with remote work, focusing on high-end residential design, client interactions, and comprehensive project delivery.

You will guide concept through construction docs, oversee site supervision, and mentor junior staff while staying current with sustainable design practices and industry standards. A strong portfolio is essential.