Project Architect – Cape Town

Shift Pursuit; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Shift Pursuit in Cape Town is seeking a Project Architect to lead architectural projects from concept design through to completion. The role requires a blend of strong design ability, technical expertise, and practical site experience, with responsibility for coordinating across clients, consultants, and contractors.

You will oversee all six work stages, develop design solutions, and ensure documentation in Revit meets high standards of quality and coordination.

Qualifications

• SACAP-registered professional architect with current registration.
• Proven experience leading architectural projects from concept to completion.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to produce aesthetically considered designs and robust technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural projects through all six work stages from concept to completion.
• Develop design solutions and oversee technical documentation in Revit.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors and project team.
• Attend site meetings and support construction delivery, ensuring quality and timelines.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Aesthetic design

Education

SACAP-registered Professional Architect

Tools

Revit

Job description

Introduction:

An established architectural practice in Cape Town is looking for a Project Architect who can lead projects from concept through to completion. We’re seeking someone who combines strong design ability with technical expertise and practical site experience.

Key Performance Areas:

• Lead architectural projects through all six work stages, from concept design to completion.
• Develop design solutions and oversee technical documentation in Revit.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors and the wider project team.
• Attend site meetings, address technical queries and support construction delivery.
• Manage project deliverables, quality and timelines.

Requirements:

• SACAP-registered Professional Architect.
• Proven experience as a project lead.
• Strong proficiency in Revit.
• Experience across all six architectural work stages.
• Practical site experience.
• Ability to produce aesthetically considered designs and technically sound documentation.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• High-end residential experience or knowledge would be advantageous.
• A portfolio that clearly demonstrates your work, abilities, and contribution to projects.