Remote Architectural Project Lead

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Home office setup allowance

Professional development

Prestigious projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Architectural Project Lead to manage high-profile projects from inception to completion in a fully remote setting.

You will lead dispersed teams of architects and designers, ensuring projects meet timelines, budgets, and top design standards while collaborating virtually across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• 10+ years experience in architectural practice, with 5+ years in project leadership.
• Proven track record managing large-scale projects from start to finish.
• Expertise in Revit and AutoCAD and project management tools.
• Strong remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple architectural projects concurrently from conceptualization to handover.
• Oversee project teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and direction to ensure successful outcomes.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Ensure all designs meet client requirements, regulatory standards, and company quality benchmarks.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among remote team members and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Remote collaboration

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's in Architecture

Registered Architect (professional qualification)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and self-driven Remote Architectural Project Lead to manage and deliver high-profile projects from inception to completion, all within a fully remote work setting. This pivotal role requires strong leadership, exceptional project management skills, and a deep understanding of the architectural process. You will lead a dispersed team of architects, designers, and consultants, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest design standards, irrespective of geographical location. This is a unique opportunity to shape significant developments for our client, working from your home office and collaborating virtually across disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple architectural projects concurrently from conceptualization to handover.
• Oversee project teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and direction to ensure successful outcomes.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Ensure all designs meet client requirements, regulatory standards, and company quality benchmarks.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among remote team members and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent professional qualification.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in architectural practice, with at least 5 years in project leadership.
• Proven experience managing large-scale projects from start to finish.
• Expertise in architectural software (e.g., Revit , AutoCAD) and project management tools.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, tailored for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead prestigious and impactful projects.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• A culture that champions remote work efficiency and team cohesion.