Principal Architect

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary

Remote work flexibility

Global project exposure

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly accomplished Principal Architect to lead large-scale, fully remote, global projects. You will set design direction, manage client relationships, and oversee execution from concept to completion.

You will mentor design teams, drive innovation, uphold architectural excellence, and contribute to the firm's reputation through distributed collaboration and leadership in high-profile assignments.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture with SACAP registration.
• 15+ years of high-profile architectural experience.
• Leadership in remote, distributed teams.
• Strong design, conceptual thinking and technical skills.
• Excellent client management and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in advanced architectural design and visualization software.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale architectural projects from concept to handover.
• Foster design excellence, innovation, and collaboration within the remote team.
• Manage client relationships, lead design presentations, and negotiate project parameters.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Provide expert technical advice and quality assurance throughout the lifecycle.
• Represent the firm in industry forums and contribute to business development.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Negotiation

Mentoring teams

Design thinking

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

SACAP registration

Tools

Visualization software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly accomplished and visionary Principal Architect to lead key projects within their fully remote, global practice. This executive-level role involves setting the design direction, managing client relationships, and overseeing project execution from conception through to completion. You will be instrumental in driving innovation, mentoring design teams, and ensuring the highest standards of architectural excellence. This is a fully remote opportunity for a leader who thrives on challenging projects and is adept at managing complex deliverables in a distributed team environment, contributing significantly to the firm's reputation and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of large-scale, complex architectural projects from initial concept to final handover.
• Foster a culture of design excellence, innovation, and collaboration within the remote team.
• Manage client relationships, lead design presentations, and negotiate project parameters.
• Oversee project teams, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Provide expert technical advice and quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Represent the firm in industry forums and contribute to business development efforts.

Requirements

• A professional degree in Architecture (Master's preferred) and registration with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP).
• A minimum of 15 years of extensive experience in architectural practice, with a significant portfolio of high-profile projects.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing complex projects and leading design teams in a remote setting .
• Exceptional design talent, conceptual thinking, and a sophisticated understanding of architectural principles and technology.
• Strong business acumen, client management, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in advanced architectural design and visualization software.

Benefits

• An exceptional executive-level salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Top-tier health, life, and disability insurance benefits.
• Significant professional development support and opportunities for thought leadership.
• The flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote position .
• Opportunity to shape significant architectural landmarks globally.
• Executive-level support and resources.