Professional Architect (Senior Associate)

dhk Architects; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

dhkArchitects in Johannesburg seeks a Senior Associate Architect to lead and deliver large-scale projects across sectors such as mixed-use, commercial, and education. You will oversee design, coordination, documentation, and construction supervision, partnering with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality, statutory compliance, and alignment with client vision.

The role integrates leadership in project delivery with steering the practice's strategic direction, fostering innovation,

Qualifications

• SACAP-registered Architect with post-qualification experience.
• Minimum 15 years’ post-qualification experience in architectural practice.
• Demonstrated track record delivering large, complex projects across multiple sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver projects across the built environment.
• Oversee design, coordination, documentation, and construction supervision with multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to management and strategic direction of the practice to drive excellence and innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

SACAP-registered Architect

Bachelor/Master of Architecture

Tools

Revit

BIM/CDE

Enscape

Adobe Creative Cloud

MS Office

Job description

Professional Architect (Senior Associate)

Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 08/25/2026

At dhk, we see architecture as more than design, it is about shaping environments that inspire, endure, and create value. As a Senior Associate, you will play a pivotal role in leading and delivering projects across the built environment. You will oversee design, coordination, documentation, and construction supervision in close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring outcomes that reflect the client’s vision while meeting statutory requirements, dhk’s design ethos, uncompromising quality standards, and financial objectives.

Beyond project delivery, this role extends into leadership: you will contribute actively to the management and strategic direction of dhk, helping to drive excellence, innovation, and the effective functioning of the practice.

Requirements

• SACAP-registered Professional Architect.
• Minimum 15 years’ post-qualification experience in architectural practice.
• Strong academic background with recognised architectural qualifications.
• Demonstrated track record of managing and delivering large, complex projects across sectors including mixed-use, commercial, residential, hospitality, civic and education.

Technical Skills

• Expert proficiency in Revit and BIM Common Data Environment (CDE). Revit assessment required.
• In-depth knowledge of construction documentation and detailing.
• Strong understanding of collaboration and modelling techniques and Revit best practices.
• Working knowledge of Enscape, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and Microsoft Office tools.
• Comprehensive understanding of building systems, regulations, and construction methodologies.
• Advanced skills in interpreting technical and commercial project feasibility.

Key Attributes

• Visionary designer with refined spatial and conceptual design sensibility.
• Strong leadership and project management abilities.
• Detail-oriented with rigorous standards for execution and delivery.
• Skilled communicator across internal and external teams.
• Adaptable and proactive with excellent time and resource management.

Other requirements

• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Willingness to travel based on project needs
  
• A competitive salary commensuratewith experience and expertise.
• Exposure to iconic urban andarchitectural projects across the continent.
• Career development opportunitiesin a progressive, design-led environment.
• A studio culture grounded ininnovation, excellence, and collaboration.
  

About dhkArchitects

dhkArchitects is one of the largest and leading design-led architectural studiosin Africa. Our strength comes from a unique blend of creative design thinking,technical capability, implementation expertise and strategic vision.

Ourreputation is built not only on landmark architecture but also on ourlongstanding commitment to designing integrated environments. We believearchitecture should enhance and shape its context – a philosophy rooted inurban design. At dhk, we foster a culture of progressive design,high-performance, and collaboration, where urban thinking drives innovation inbuilt form.

We supportpersonal and professional growth through mentorship, development initiatives,and a studio environment that encourages experimentation, leadership, andambition.