Principal Architect: Urban Regeneration Leader (Hybrid)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Pension fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Principal Architect to lead transformative urban regeneration projects, guiding design teams and shaping sustainable urban futures for the city. This senior role demands a visionary leader with an extensive portfolio of large-scale developments and a deep commitment to community-focused design.

The position combines on-site engagement with remote collaboration in a hybrid setup.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture or Urban Planning
• 12+ years of experience in architecture with urban planning and regeneration focus
• SACAP registration is essential

Responsibilities

• Lead design direction for major urban regeneration and development projects
• Oversee and mentor architectural teams through design and execution phases
• Engage with city officials, communities, developers and stakeholders to align goals
• Develop innovative design solutions addressing urban challenges and sustainability
• Present design proposals, reports and master plans to clients and public bodies
• Manage project budgets, timelines and quality control measures
• Champion best practices in sustainable design and urban planning
• Represent the firm in public forums and industry events

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Master's degree in Architecture or Urban Planning

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Rhino

Lumion

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Principal Architect to lead transformative urban regeneration projects, guiding design teams and shaping sustainable urban futures for the city. This senior role demands a visionary leader with an extensive portfolio of large-scale developments and a deep commitment to community-focused design.

The position combines on-site engagement with remote collaboration in a hybrid setup.