Professional Architect

SKG Properties; East London; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property company in East London seeks a qualified Lead Architect to manage significant projects in commercial and industrial real estate. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, at least 5 years of experience in a professional firm, and be registered with SACAP. Responsibilities include leading project teams and managing contract documents. Strong competencies in Revit and multi-disciplinary coordination are essential. Join us and contribute to dynamic developments in the property sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Lead Professional Architect in a private SA firm.
• Registered with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP).
• Experience in commercial and industrial use greenfield refurbishment & construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead Architect for small to medium disciplinary professional practice in-house.
• Manage all work stage roles and responsibilities from inception to completion & FM handover.
• Plan and manage contract documentation supported by a team of technologists.
• Handle municipal submission management and SAPOA area certification.

Skills

Lead architect

Professional Multi-disciplinary service co-ordination

Building contract administration

Practical industry knowledge

Experience and mentorship abilities

Strong NBR/SANS application

Competency in Revit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Job description

Founded in 2000 SKG Properties specialises in the development, leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estate.

Joining us means seizing an opportunity to work in a dynamic, industry leading property company in South Africa, where ethics, customer service and teamwork are the foundation of our success.

Responsibilities

• Lead Architect for new small to medium disciplinary professional practice in-house to large property portfolio.
• All work stage roles and responsibilities associated with a Pr Arch from inception to completion & FM handover.
• Planning and Management of contract documentation supported by a team of technologists.
• Municipal submission management and SAPOA area certification.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited university
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Lead Professional Architect in a private SA firm.
• Registered with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP)
• Commercial and industrial use greenfield refurbishment & construction projects.
• Principal agency and project management.

Skills

• Lead architect
• Professional Multi-disciplinary service co-ordination
• Building contract administration
• Practical industry knowledge
• Experience and mentorship abilities
• Strong NBR/SANS application
• Competency in Revit

To submit your application kindly visit the SKG Properties career website or click on the link at:

Psychometric tests are required to be undertaken by shortlisted candidates.

Should you not have been contacted by 30 January 2026 please consider your application unsuccessful