Principal Healthcare Architect

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Ibrido; ZAR 1.800.000 - 3.200.000; Tempo pieno

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Hybrid work model

Professional development

Leadership training opportunities

Remote flexibility

Engaging and challenging work with a @

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Nelspruit seeks a Principal Healthcare Architect to lead the design of major healthcare facilities, overseeing projects from concept to construction and ensuring compliance with DOH/NHBRC standards.

You will mentor teams, coordinate with medical professionals and engineers, and translate complex programmatic needs into healing environments, with hybrid work flexibility in Mpumalanga and South Africa.

Competenze

• Professional qualification in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) and SACAP registration.
• Minimum of 15 years post-graduate experience, with at least 8 years specifically focused on healthcare architecture.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale hospital, clinic, or medical center projects.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare planning principles, medical equipment integration, and patient flow.
• Proficiency in architectural design software (Revit, AutoCAD) and strong visualization skills.
• Understanding of South African healthcare regulations and building codes.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and client relationship management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with hybrid work flexibility.
• A portfolio showcasing a range of successful and innovative healthcare projects is essential.

Mansioni

• Lead the architectural design process for major healthcare projects from conceptualization to construction administration.
• Collaborate closely with healthcare clients, medical professionals, and operational staff to define project requirements and design solutions.
• Ensure designs meet all relevant healthcare regulations, codes, and standards (e.g., DOH guidelines, NHBRC standards).
• Develop detailed architectural drawings, plans, specifications, and documentation for healthcare facilities.
• Oversee and mentor junior architects and design teams, fostering a culture of design excellence and technical proficiency.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site analyses, and programming for new healthcare developments and renovations.
• Coordinate with engineering consultants (MEP, structural, civil) to ensure integrated and efficient design solutions.
• Manage project budgets and schedules, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of design services.
• Present design concepts and proposals to clients and stakeholders effectively.
• Stay current with global trends, technologies, and best practices in healthcare architecture and planning.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Team management

Healthcare design

Client relationship management

Revit

AutoCAD

Formazione

B.Arch or M.Arch

Strumenti

Revit

AutoCAD

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a renowned architectural firm with a specialization in healthcare facilities, is seeking an exceptional Principal Healthcare Architect to join their dynamic team in Nelspruit. This senior leadership position involves overseeing the design and development of complex healthcare projects, ensuring adherence to specialized medical facility standards, functional requirements, and cutting-edge design innovation. You will be a key player in guiding design teams, collaborating with healthcare stakeholders, and translating intricate programmatic needs into functional, healing environments. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of healthcare planning, medical workflows, regulatory compliance, and a passion for creating spaces that enhance patient care and staff well-being. This is a significant opportunity to lead impactful projects within the Mpumalanga region and to contribute to the advancement of healthcare infrastructure in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for major healthcare projects from conceptualization to construction administration.
• Collaborate closely with healthcare clients, medical professionals, and operational staff to define project requirements and design solutions.
• Ensure designs meet all relevant healthcare regulations, codes, and standards (e.g., DOH guidelines, NHBRC standards).
• Develop detailed architectural drawings, plans, specifications, and documentation for healthcare facilities.
• Oversee and mentor junior architects and design teams, fostering a culture of design excellence and technical proficiency.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site analyses, and programming for new healthcare developments and renovations.
• Coordinate with engineering consultants (MEP, structural, civil) to ensure integrated and efficient design solutions.
• Manage project budgets and schedules, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of design services.
• Present design concepts and proposals to clients and stakeholders effectively.
• Stay current with global trends, technologies, and best practices in healthcare architecture and planning.

Requirements

• Professional qualification in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) and SACAP registration.
• Minimum of 15 years of post-graduate experience, with at least 8 years specifically focused on healthcare architecture.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale hospital, clinic, or medical center projects.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare planning principles, medical equipment integration, and patient flow.
• Proficiency in architectural design software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD) and strong visualization skills.
• Understanding of South African healthcare regulations and building codes.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and client relationship management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, with hybrid work flexibility.
• A portfolio showcasing a range of successful and innovative healthcare projects is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive executive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead transformative healthcare projects in Nelspruit and beyond.
• Professional development and leadership training opportunities.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Contribution to improving healthcare delivery through thoughtful architectural design.
• Engaging and challenging work environment with a highly respected firm.