Remote Lead Sustainable Architect for Green Housing

Placements24

East London

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Professional development budget

Collaborative virtual team

Industry leader

Job summary

Placements24 partners with an innovative architectural firm to recruit a Lead Sustainable Architect for a fully remote role. You will lead design and development of eco-friendly residential projects prioritizing sustainability, energy efficiency, and occupant wellbeing.

You will champion green building principles, supervise remote teams, and guide projects across diverse locations while researching materials, certifications (LEED, EDGE, Green Star SA), and high-performance design.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Architecture with a specialization in Sustainable Design.
Minimum 9 years of progressive experience in architectural practice with a focus on sustainable design.
Proven track record delivering sustainable residential projects.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of sustainable and eco-friendly housing projects.
Develop and implement strategies for energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction in designs.
Champion the use of sustainable materials, passive design techniques, and renewable energy systems.
Oversee integration of green building certification requirements (LEED, EDGE, Green Star SA).
Collaborate with engineers, consultants, and contractors to ensure sustainable design integration.
Conduct life-cycle assessments and environmental impact analyses of design choices.
Mentor junior architects and team members on sustainable design principles.