Principal Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level benefits

Landmark projects

Strategic influence

Health & retirement

Innovative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Principal Architect in Sandton to lead major design initiatives and mentor rising talent. You will oversee complex projects from concept to completion, ensuring design excellence, client satisfaction, and budget/timeline adherence.

This is a senior leadership role shaping the firm's design direction and fostering innovation. The position offers executive-level benefits, opportunities to work on landmark projects in Sandton and beyond, and a prestigious, stimulating

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture and professional registration as an Architect.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in architectural design and project leadership.
• Experience leading large-scale, complex architectural projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for major architectural projects, ensuring conceptual integrity and technical quality.
• Manage project teams, including architects, designers, and technicians, providing guidance and oversight.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Develop and implement strategic design approaches and methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Mentorship

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

BIM technologies

Industry software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious architectural firm in the heart of Sandton , is seeking a highly accomplished Principal Architect to lead key design initiatives and mentor emerging talent. This senior leadership role involves overseeing complex architectural projects from conception through to completion, ensuring design excellence, client satisfaction, and adherence to budgets and timelines. You will be instrumental in shaping the firm's design direction and fostering a culture of innovation and quality. This is a significant opportunity for a seasoned architect to make a lasting impact in a leading practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for major architectural projects, ensuring conceptual integrity and technical quality.
• Manage project teams, including architects, designers, and technicians, providing guidance and oversight.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Develop and implement strategic design approaches and methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture and professional registration as an Architect.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in architectural design and project leadership.
• Demonstrated expertise in leading large-scale, complex architectural projects.
• Exceptional design, technical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in industry-standard architectural software and BIM technologies.

Benefits

• Highly attractive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead landmark projects in Sandton and beyond.
• Significant influence on firm strategy and design direction.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and wellness programs.
• A prestigious and stimulating work environment with a focus on innovation.