Professional Architect

Flair TM; East London; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property development company is seeking a highly skilled Professional Architect to lead its in-house architectural team in East London. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience and be SACAP registered. Responsibilities include managing all architectural project stages, overseeing design coordination, and ensuring project compliance with municipal regulations. This is a senior, hands-on role with a focus on various developments, including commercial and industrial properties.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Lead Professional Architect in a South African private practice.
• Proven experience in commercial, industrial, and mixed-use developments.
• Strong principal agent and project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Lead Architect for an in‑house architectural practice.
• Manage all architectural project stages from concept design to construction completion.
• Oversee multi‑disciplinary design coordination using Revit and BIM systems.
• Handle municipal submissions and SAPS approvals.
• Provide project management oversight for multiple developments.

Skills

Leadership as a Lead Architect

Expertise in multi‑disciplinary service coordination

Competency in Revit

Knowledge of building regulations

Mentorship and team management skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

SACAP registration (Pr Arch)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM project delivery

Job description

A leading property development company in East London is seeking a highly skilled Professional Architect to lead its in-house architectural team across a diverse commercial and industrial property portfolio.

This is a senior, hands‑on role for a SACAP‑registered architect with proven experience in project management, greenfield developments, and building contract administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Lead Architect for an in‑house architectural practice supporting a large property development portfolio
• Manage all architectural project stages from concept design to construction completion and facilities management handover
• Oversee multi‑disciplinary design coordination using Revit, BIM systems, and AEC tools
• Prepare, plan, and manage contract documentation, supported by a team of architectural technologists
• Handle municipal submissions, SAPS approvals, and SAPOA area certification
• Provide principal agent services and project management oversight for multiple developments

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from an accredited university
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Lead Professional Architect in a South African private practice
• SACAP registration (Pr Arch) required
• Proven experience in commercial, industrial, and mixed‑use developments, including greenfield projects, refurbishments, and new construction
• Strong principal agent and project management experience

Core Skills and Competencies

• Leadership as a Lead Architect
• Expertise in multi‑disciplinary service coordination
• Knowledge of building regulations (NBR/SANS) and practical construction knowledge
• Competency in Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM project delivery
• Mentorship and team management skills

Call to Action

If you are a registered Professional Architect looking to join a dynamic property development company in East London, submit your CV and portfolio today. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.