Principal Healthcare Facility Architect

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Híbrido; ZAR 1.500.000 - 2.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Executive package

Professional development

Community health impact

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a distinguished Principal Healthcare Facility Architect to lead design and development of state-of-the-art healthcare facilities in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The role blends technical expertise with strong leadership to guide projects from concept to construction, ensuring patient care and operational efficiency.

The successful candidate will champion infection control, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with consultants, hospital staff, and regulators, while

Formación

• Master's degree in Architecture with a healthcare design focus.
• 12+ years of architectural experience; 7+ years in healthcare facilities.
• Proven leadership of major healthcare projects from inception to completion.
• Professional registration with SACAP.
• Experience with Revit, BIM, and healthcare planning concepts.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the architectural design and planning of large healthcare facilities.
• Develop programs, space plans, and design documents compliant with healthcare regs.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, administrators, engineers, and regulators.
• Prioritize patient safety, infection control, accessibility, and efficiency.
• Manage project teams, consultants, and contractors to meet design intent, budget, and schedule.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site assessments, and needs analyses for new projects.
• Stay current with healthcare design trends and best practices globally and locally.
• Present design solutions to diverse stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop junior architects specializing in healthcare design.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Client management

Communication

Educación

Master's degree in Architecture

SACAP registration

Herramientas

Revit

BIM

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is looking for a distinguished Principal Healthcare Facility Architect to spearhead the design and development of state-of-the-art healthcare facilities in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal . This senior role demands a unique blend of technical expertise, deep understanding of healthcare workflows, and visionary leadership. You will be responsible for guiding complex projects from initial concept and programming through to final construction, ensuring that designs not only meet stringent healthcare standards but also enhance patient care, staff efficiency, and overall healing environments. The position involves significant client interaction, project management, and collaboration with a specialized team of consultants. This is an unparalleled opportunity to shape critical healthcare infrastructure in Pietermaritzburg .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design and planning of large-scale healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and specialized medical centers.
• Develop comprehensive architectural programs, space plans, and detailed design documentation compliant with healthcare regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals, hospital administrators, engineers, and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure designs prioritize patient safety, infection control, accessibility, and operational efficiency within the KwaZulu-Natal context.
• Manage project teams, consultants, and contractors, ensuring adherence to design intent, budget, and schedule.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site assessments, and needs analyses for new healthcare projects.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in healthcare architecture globally and locally.
• Present complex design solutions and proposals to diverse stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop junior architects specializing in healthcare design.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture, with a specialization or significant experience in healthcare design.
• A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in architectural practice, with at least 7 years focused on healthcare facilities.
• Proven experience leading major healthcare projects from inception to completion.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare planning guidelines, building codes, and regulatory requirements (e.g., National Department of Health guidelines).
• Proficiency in advanced architectural software, including Revit and BIM technologies.
• Exceptional understanding of medical equipment integration, hospital workflows, and infection control principles.
• Strong leadership, client management, and communication skills.
• Professional registration with SACAP.
• Experience within the Pietermaritzburg or broaderKwaZulu-Natal healthcare sector is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• A leading salary and executive benefits package.
• The opportunity to design and influence the future of healthcare facilities in Pietermaritzburg .
• Access to professional development resources and industry conferences.
• A challenging and rewarding role with significant professional autonomy.
• Work on projects that have a profound positive impact on community health in KwaZulu-Natal .
• A dynamic and collaborative leadership team.