Remote Junior Architectural Technologist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Fully remote position

National project exposure

Online training resources

Supportive remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Architectural Technologist to join their fully remote team, contributing to projects across South Africa. This entry-level role offers exposure to technical documentation and design development using CAD/BIM tools, with mentorship from senior technologists.

You will assist in creating drawings and specifications using Revit and AutoCAD, conduct online research on building codes, coordinate with engineers, and maintain digital project files in a

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Architectural Technology or related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in architectural practice or internship.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is essential.
• Foundational understanding of South African building codes and construction principles.
• Excellent digital communication and online collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and proactive learning approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and detailing architectural drawings and specifications under supervision.
• Utilise CAD and BIM software (Revit, AutoCAD) to produce technical documentation.
• Research building materials, codes, and construction techniques online.
• Coordinate drawings with input from engineers and consultants in a virtual environment.
• Maintain organized digital project files and drawing registers.
• Participate in virtual team meetings and contribute to design discussions.

Skills

CAD/BIM proficiency

Education

Diploma in Architectural Technology

Certificate in Architectural Technology

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and adaptable Junior Architectural Technologist to join their fully remote team, contributing to projects across South Africa . This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for an individual passionate about the technical aspects of architecture and eager to develop their skills in a virtual setting. You will assist senior technologists and architects in producing detailed technical documentation and design development using industry-standard software. The ideal candidate is a quick learner, proficient with CAD/BIM tools, and comfortable collaborating in a distributed team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and detailing of architectural drawings and specifications under supervision.
• Utilise CAD and BIM software (Revit, AutoCAD) to produce technical documentation for various project stages.
• Support the team by conducting online research on building materials, codes, and construction techniques.
• Help coordinate drawings with input from engineers and other consultants in a virtual environment.
• Maintain organized digital project files and drawing registers.
• Participate actively in virtual team meetings and contribute to design discussions.

Requirements

• Diploma or Certificate in Architectural Technology or a related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in architectural practice or a strong internship background.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is essential.
• A foundational understanding of South African building codes and construction principles.
• Excellent digital communication skills and comfort working with online collaboration tools.
• Strong organizational abilities and a proactive approach to learning and task completion.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with structured growth potential.
• Fully remote position offering excellent flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities to gain diverse experience on national projects.
• Support for professional development, including online training resources.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture focused on learning and growth.