Project Architect (Healthcare Focus)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Impactful healthcare projects

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Project Architect to lead healthcare design efforts in Rustenburg, North West. You will guide concepts through construction administration, ensuring compliance with infection control, equipment integration, and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in architecture with healthcare focus, SACAP registration, and expert Revit/AutoCAD skills. You will mentor junior staff and collaborate with clients and consultants on complex medical facilities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in architecture with at least 5 years focused on healthcare projects.
• Master of Architecture degree; SACAP registration as Pr. Arch.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for healthcare projects, ensuring functional, patient‑centered environments.
• Develop detailed design concepts, master plans, and space programming for hospitals and clinics.
• Coordinate with healthcare consultants, including medical planners and MEP engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with healthcare standards, codes and international best practices.
• Oversee project documentation and construction administration; conduct site visits as needed.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to gather requirements and present design solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client management

Healthcare design

Project management

Education

Master of Architecture

SACAP Pr. Arch

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Visualization tools

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading architectural firm with a specialized focus on healthcare facilities, is seeking an accomplished Project Architect to join their team in Rustenburg , North West. This crucial role requires a seasoned professional with a proven track record in designing and delivering complex healthcare projects. You will be responsible for managing projects from the initial concept development through to construction administration, ensuring that all designs meet the stringent requirements of healthcare environments. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of healthcare planning principles, infection control, medical equipment integration, and regulatory compliance specific to medical facilities. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of vital healthcare infrastructure in the North West province and make a tangible difference in community well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for healthcare projects, ensuring functional, efficient, and patient-centered environments.
• Develop detailed design concepts, master plans, and space programming for hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities.
• Coordinate effectively with healthcare consultants, including medical planners, equipment specialists, and MEP engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant healthcare standards, building codes, and international best practices for medical facilities.
• Manage project documentation, including architectural drawings, specifications, and reports, throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee the construction administration phase, conducting site visits and resolving design-related issues on site.
• Engage with clients, hospital administrators, and stakeholders to gather requirements and present design solutions.
• Mentor junior architects and technologists, fostering a culture of expertise in healthcare design.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends, technologies, and regulations impacting healthcare architecture.
• Contribute to business development efforts by participating in proposal preparation and client presentations.

Requirements

• Master of Architecture degree from an accredited university.
• Professional registration with SACAP as a Professional Architect (Pr. Arch).
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in architecture, with at least 5 years specifically focused on healthcare projects.
• Demonstrated experience in managing healthcare projects from conception to completion.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare planning standards, medical equipment requirements, and infection control principles.
• Proficiency in architectural design software, including Revit, AutoCAD, and relevant visualization tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within the North West province's healthcare sector.
• Experience with local regulatory bodies and healthcare authorities is a plus.

Benefits

• An attractive salary package commensurate with extensive experience in healthcare architecture.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and specialization in a niche market.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• The chance to lead impactful projects that enhance healthcare services in the region.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Be a key contributor to healthcare facility development in Rustenburg and beyond.