Principal Architect: Luxury Residential Masterpieces

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,600,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Principal Architect for its Sandton studio to lead ultra-luxury residential projects from concept to completion. You will guide design teams, manage high-level client relationships, and ensure exceptional quality and innovation across landmark developments in Gauteng.

The ideal candidate brings 15+ years of senior practice experience, a master’s degree in architecture, and SACAP PrArch registration, with a proven track record of delivering premium materials

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 15+ years of progressive architectural experience with luxury residential portfolio.
• Proven leadership of design teams on high-value projects.
• Advanced design skills and aesthetic sensibility; strong client relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead design process for ultra-luxury residential projects from concept to handover.
• Mentor design teams and maintain a culture of excellence and attention to detail.
• Act as primary point of contact for high-profile clients and oversee project delivery.
• Develop bespoke design solutions reflecting luxury market standards.
• Oversee preparation of design presentations, drawings and specifications.
• Ensure designs comply with codes and client requirements in Sandton.
• Collaborate with consultants to achieve integrated design outcomes.
• Conduct site analysis and feasibility studies for exclusive developments.
• Champion sustainable design and integration of smart home tech in luxury homes.
• Represent the firm at meetings, events and design reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Conceptual design

BIM

Communication

Portfolio management

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

SACAP PrArch registration

Tools

BIM

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Principal Architect for its Sandton studio to lead ultra-luxury residential projects from concept to completion. You will guide design teams, manage high-level client relationships, and ensure exceptional quality and innovation across landmark developments in Gauteng.

The ideal candidate brings 15+ years of senior practice experience, a master’s degree in architecture, and SACAP PrArch registration, with a proven track record of delivering premium materials