Remote Architectural Design Lead for Global Projects

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Global collaboration

Iconic projects

Professional development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Architectural Design Lead for a fully remote, global team. You will drive the design vision, mentor designers, and translate concepts into built realities on high-profile projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Professional Architect qualification with 12+ years of leadership experience and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino/Grasshopper, and Adobe Creative Suite. Remote collaboration and sustainability are central to the role.

Qualifications

• Professional Architect qualification and registration with a relevant professional body.
• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in architectural design with leadership.
• Strong portfolio showing leadership on significant projects.
• Expertise in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino/Grasshopper, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Proven ability to lead remote design teams and manage client relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire design teams from concept to completion.
• Develop and articulate compelling design concepts and strategies.
• Oversee creation of high-quality architectural designs aligned with objectives.
• Mentor junior designers and foster professional development.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and stakeholders remotely.
• Ensure proposals meet standards of innovation, sustainability, and function.
• Manage design deliverables, timelines, and quality control.
• Conduct design reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay abreast of global architectural trends and technologies.
• Contribute to the firm's design culture and intellectual capital.

Skills

Design leadership

Remote collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Professional Architect qualification

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Rhino/Grasshopper

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Architectural Design Lead for a fully remote, global team. You will drive the design vision, mentor designers, and translate concepts into built realities on high-profile projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Professional Architect qualification with 12+ years of leadership experience and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino/Grasshopper, and Adobe Creative Suite. Remote collaboration and sustainability are central to the role.