Remote Lead Architect: Sustainable Housing

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office allowance

Health benefits

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Architect with expertise in sustainable housing for a fully remote role. You will guide the design and execution of eco-friendly residential projects across regions, mentor junior architects, and collaborate with consultants to ensure high sustainability and quality.

You will lead energy-efficient design, choose sustainable materials, manage timelines, and support adherence to building codes and green certifications in a remote, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture with sustainable design specialization.
• Professional Architect registration with a recognized regulatory body.
• 8+ years in architectural practice, 5+ years in sustainable residential design.
• Experience leading projects and design teams.
• Knowledge of sustainable materials, technologies, and rating systems.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and energy modeling tools.
• Strong understanding of passive design and climate-responsive design.
• Excellent remote-working communication and leadership.
• Portfolio of innovative sustainable housing projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design for sustainable housing in remote environments.
• Develop concepts and detailed designs for energy-efficient homes with passive strategies.
• Oversee selection of sustainable materials and construction methods.
• Manage timelines and budgets for housing developments.
• Collaborate with engineers, consultants, and construction teams.
• Mentor junior architects and designers in sustainable design.
• Ensure designs meet building codes and green certifications (LEED, EDGE).
• Conduct site analyses and feasibility studies for potential sites.
• Present design proposals and progress to clients and stakeholders.
• Champion the firm's sustainability mission and environmental culture.

Skills

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Time management

Communication

Education

Master's in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Energy modeling

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Lead Architect with expertise in sustainable housing for a fully remote role. You will guide the design and execution of eco-friendly residential projects across regions, mentor junior architects, and collaborate with consultants to ensure high sustainability and quality.

You will lead energy-efficient design, choose sustainable materials, manage timelines, and support adherence to building codes and green certifications in a remote, collaborative environment.