Remote Principal Architect Global Sustainable Design Leader

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Principal Architect focused on sustainability to lead remote global projects. You will champion green building principles, guide distributed design teams, and drive ecological performance across portfolios worldwide.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years of experience, strong leadership, and a track record securing sustainability certifications. Join a remote-first organization shaping the greener built environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture with Sustainable Design specialization.
• 15+ years of progressive architectural experience focusing on sustainability.
• Experience leading large-scale sustainable projects remotely.
• Expert knowledge of green building principles and technologies.
• Proficient in BIM and other digital design tools.
• Proven track record obtaining sustainability certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of sustainable projects globally.
• Develop and implement green building strategies and technologies.
• Mentor distributed architectural teams.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, consultants to integrate solutions.
• Conduct lifecycle assessments and environmental impact analyses.
• Ensure compliance with international standards (LEED, BREEAM).
• Present concepts and sustainability proposals to clients/stakeholders.
• Stay at the forefront of research and development in sustainable design.
• Contribute to thought leadership through publications and presentations.

Skills

Sustainability leadership

Remote team management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Master's in Architecture (Sustainable Design)

Tools

BIM software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a visionary Principal Architect focused on sustainability to lead remote global projects. You will champion green building principles, guide distributed design teams, and drive ecological performance across portfolios worldwide.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years of experience, strong leadership, and a track record securing sustainability certifications. Join a remote-first organization shaping the greener built environment.