Mid-Weight Design Architect — Commercial & Retail Focus

RED|LINE Recruitment; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

RED|LINE Recruitment is partnering with an established Johannesburg architectural firm to appoint a Mid-Weight Design Architect. You will contribute to concept design, design development and presentations for large-scale commercial projects.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of experience, strong Revit skills, and exposure to retail, hospitality or mixed-use schemes. You will work closely with Design Directors and the wider team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in Architecture.
• 5–8 years of relevant architectural design experience.
• Experience in concept design and design development.
• Exposure to retail, hospitality and/or mixed-use developments.
• Proficiency in Revit is essential.
• Strong conceptual design, creative thinking and architectural presentation skills.
• A good understanding of commercial design principles and practical development requirements.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently on allocated tasks while collaborating effectively with a wider design team.
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and the ability to work to demanding deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to concept design and design development for large-scale architectural projects.
• Develop creative and commercially viable design solutions in response to client briefs and project requirements.
• Work closely with Design Directors and senior team members to develop architectural concepts and design proposals.
• Assist in taking projects from initial concepts through to the design development stage.
• Prepare high-quality design presentations, visual material and architectural layouts.
• Ensure designs balance creativity, functionality, budget considerations and commercial objectives.
• Collaborate with internal teams, consultants and other project stakeholders.
• Manage allocated design tasks efficiently, maintaining high standards of quality and attention to detail.
• Contribute fresh ideas and innovative thinking to the design team.
• Work effectively under pressure while meeting project deadlines and maintaining design standards.

Skills

Concept design

Design development

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Job description

RED|LINE Recruitment is partnering with an established Johannesburg architectural firm to appoint a Mid-Weight Design Architect. You will contribute to concept design, design development and presentations for large-scale commercial projects.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of experience, strong Revit skills, and exposure to retail, hospitality or mixed-use schemes. You will work closely with Design Directors and the wider team in a fast-paced environment.