Principal Architect - Sustainable Design

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

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level benefits package

Fully remote role

Geographical flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Architect for a fully remote role within South Africa, supporting projects around Bloemfontein. You will set the sustainability agenda, guide design teams, and promote eco-friendly solutions across all project phases.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in architectural practice, SACAP registration, and strong skills in energy efficiency, green building principles, and lifecycle assessment.

Qualifications

• Professional registration as an Architect with SACAP.
• 10+ years of architectural practice with a focus on sustainable design.
• Demonstrated expertise in green building, passive design and renewable energy.
• Knowledge of sustainability rating tools and certification processes.
• Excellent research, analytical and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead remote design teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and integration of sustainable design strategies across project phases.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments and life cycle analyses for proposed designs.
• Research and advocate for sustainable materials, technologies and systems.
• Mentor design teams on energy efficiency, water conservation and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with consultants, clients and regulators to achieve certifications (e.g., Green Star).
• Present sustainability concepts and proposals to stakeholders, outlining benefits.

Skills

Sustainable design

Remote leadership

Environmental impact assessment

Life cycle analysis

Communication

Education

Registered Architect (SACAP)

Tools

Sustainability rating tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Principal Architect with a specialization in sustainable design to lead remote initiatives from anywhere within South Africa, supporting projects primarily based around Bloemfontein . This senior role requires a deep understanding of green building principles, energy efficiency, and environmentally responsible design strategies. You will be responsible for setting the sustainability agenda for projects, guiding design teams in implementing eco-friendly solutions, and advocating for innovative approaches to reduce environmental impact. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate and experienced architect to shape the future of sustainable architecture remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and integration of sustainable design strategies across all project phases.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments and life cycle analyses for proposed designs.
• Research and advocate for the use of sustainable materials, technologies, and building systems.
• Mentor design teams on best practices in energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with consultants, clients, and regulatory bodies to achieve sustainability certifications (e.g., Green Star).
• Present sustainability concepts and proposals to stakeholders, articulating the environmental and economic benefits.

Requirements

• Professional registration as an Architect with SACAP.
• 10+ years of experience in architectural practice, with a significant focus on sustainable design .
• Demonstrated expertise in green building principles, passive design strategies, and renewable energy integration.
• Knowledge of relevant sustainability rating tools and certification processes.
• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire design teams in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Fully remote role, offering unparalleled geographical flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on pioneering sustainable architecture projects.
• Influence the firm's commitment to environmental stewardship.
• Access to continuous professional development in sustainable design innovation.