Lead Urban Design Architect – Inner-City Regeneration

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

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Pension contribution

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off

Professional memberships

International urban design forums

Job summary

Placements24 is representing a prominent urban planning and design consultancy in Bloemfontein, seeking an experienced Urban Design Architect to lead inner-city regeneration initiatives. The role focuses on master planning, public space design, and development frameworks, requiring collaboration with city officials, developers, and community stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree, SACAP registration, and a track record of leading major regeneration projects.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Urban Design, Urban Planning, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in urban design, master planning, and project leadership.
• Professional registration with SACAP or a relevant urban planning body.
• Portfolio demonstrating high-quality urban design and master planning work.
• Experience in Bloemfontein or similar regional city contexts is valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead urban design strategies, master plans, and design guidelines for inner-city regeneration.
• Collaborate with government, developers, and community groups to build consensus.
• Create visual representations of concepts using CAD, 3D models, and visualizations.
• Conduct urban analysis on form, mobility, sustainability, and public space.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and planners for integrated solutions.
• Advise on planning policy, zoning, and development frameworks.
• Present to clients, public bodies, and community forums.
• Manage project teams and consultants to meet deadlines.
• Stay updated with global best practices in urban design.
• Contribute to firm reputation and business development in urban design.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Presentation

Strategic thinking

Education

Master's degree in Urban Design / Urban Planning / Architecture

Tools

CAD

GIS

SketchUp

Rhino

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Placements24 is representing a prominent urban planning and design consultancy in Bloemfontein, seeking an experienced Urban Design Architect to lead inner-city regeneration initiatives. The role focuses on master planning, public space design, and development frameworks, requiring collaboration with city officials, developers, and community stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree, SACAP registration, and a track record of leading major regeneration projects.