Professional Architect

dhk Architects; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural studio in South Africa is seeking an experienced Project Architect. The ideal candidate will have SACAP registration, advanced Revit skills, and a strong track record of managing large, complex projects. Responsibilities include executing designs, delivering documentation, and leading teams on site. This dynamic role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for growth in a progressive environment focused on continuous learning and design excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for growth

Mentorship and training programmes

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-5 years post-qualification experience as a Professional Architect.
• Experience in site coordination and managing large, complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Run projects on site and execute designs to high standards.
• Deliver meticulous documentation processes and manage teams.

Skills

Revit

BIM CDE

Team coordination

Construction drawing

Education

SACAP registration

Advanced academic background

Tools

Revit

Job description

Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 01/19/2026

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.

Your experience

We will consider you if:

• You are a SACAP-registered Professional Architect with animpressive academic background, advanced Revit skills and a minimum of 2-5years post-qualificationexperience.
  
• You have a sound understanding of technical and commercialfeasibility.
• 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 thoroughtechnical knowledge with proven expertise in construction drawing anddetailing.
• You have an intimate understanding of building systems andmaterials, coupled with a detailed knowledge of practice and industry standardsand codes.

Requirements

Technical requirements

1. Fully and demonstrably proficient in Revit and BIM CDE. Thisis non-negotiable. (An assessment will be required if you are shortlisted)
   
2. Thorough understanding of allcollaboration techniques, modelling techniques and Revit best practices.
   

Other requirements

Have a global mindset and proactive approach, with apositive, client-centric attitude

Are an effective communicator, expressing ideas and preciseinstructions clearly to all internal and external colleagues

Thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

Can self-manage your own responsibilities and also enjoyworking with teams

Have exemplary time-management skills and your deliveryskills are outstanding

Prepared to travel when necessary

Eligible to work in South Africa

• A competitive salary, commensurate with experience and expertise
• Dynamic project exposure across building typologies and regions
• Opportunities for growth within a progressive and supportive studio environment
• A culture of continuous learning, design excellence, and sustainability leadership

About dhk Architects

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!