Professional Architect

Egis; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

dhk Architects is seeking an experienced Project Architect with a proven track record in running site-based projects and delivering exacting documentation. You will lead teams and coordinate on large, urban schemes.

The role requires SACAP registration, advanced Revit skills, and 2–5 years post-qualification experience, with a strong capability in construction detailing and collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• SACAP-registered Professional Architect with 2–5 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong understanding of technical and commercial feasibility.
• Proven experience on complex, large-scale projects spanning mixed-use, residential and commercial.
• Balance strong aesthetics with thorough technical knowledge in construction drawing and detailing.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams on site and ensure meticulous documentation.
• Coordinate site activities and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Deliver designs to exacting standards and manage construction detailing.

Skills

Revit

BIM/CDE

Team leadership

Site coordination

Communication

Time management

Education

SACAP-registered Professional Architect

Architecture degree (professional)

Tools

Revit

BIM workflows

Job description

About Us

dhk Architects is one of the largest and leading architectural studios in Africa. Our strength as an award-winning design-led studio arises from a unique blend of creative talent, technical capability, implementation expertise and commercial strategy.

Building a leading studio at the forefront of our industry is about more than producing outstanding design. It’s also about building an outstanding team. We actively cultivate a stimulating environment where ideas are challenged and innovation is encouraged. It’s a diverse, creative studio with a culture of progressive design, high-performance and future-focused thinking.

We support career growth and development, and foster young talent through mentorship, training and development programmes. We create connections with peers and colleagues outside the office through sporting and social events – and we make great coffee!

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced project architect with a solid track record in running projects on site, delivering meticulous documentation processes and executing our designs to exacting standards. You must have experience in running teams and site coordination on large, complex projects in urban settings.

We will consider you if:

• You are a SACAP-registered Professional Architect with an impressive academic background, advanced Revit skills and a minimum of 2-5years post-qualification experience.
• You have a sound understanding of technical and commercial feasibility.
• Your experiencemust includea track record of working on complex, large-scale projects spanning mixed-use, residential and commercial projects.
• You can balance a strong aesthetic sensitivity and thorough technical knowledge with proven expertise in construction drawing and detailing.
• You have an intimate understanding of building systems and materials, coupled with a detailed knowledge of practice and industry standards and codes.

What do we need from you

Technical requirements

• Fully and demonstratively proficient in Revitand BIM CDE. This is non-negotiable.(An assessment will be required if you are shortlisted)
• Thorough understanding of all collaboration techniques, modelling techniques and Revit best practices.

Other requirements

• Have a global mindset and proactive approach, with a positive, client-centric attitude
• Can demonstrate considerable project management skills
• Are an effective communicator, expressing ideas and precise instructions clearly to all internal and external colleagues
• Thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Can self-manage your own responsibilities and also enjoy working with teams
• Have exemplary time-management skills and your delivery skills are outstanding
• Fluent in English
• Prepared to travel when necessary
• Eligible to work in South Africa

What's in it for you?

Benefits

• A competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Exposure to iconic urban and architectural projects across the continent.
• Career development opportunities in a progressive, design-led environment.
• A studio culture grounded in innovation, excellence, and collaboration.