Remote Senior Architectural Designer - Global Projects

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Home office setup allowance

International project exposure

Digital collaboration tools

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Architectural Designer for a globally recognized architecture firm. This remote-first role is based in Sandton, Gauteng, enabling you to lead international projects from home while maintaining close collaboration with global teams.

You will spearhead conceptual design, guide design development, and ensure architectural outputs meet high standards. Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, and Adobe CS is essential, with 10+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture and professional registration.
• 10+ years' progressive experience in architectural design.
• Leadership of significant projects, ideally international.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino and Adobe CS.
• Experience collaborating in distributed, remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptualization and development of architectural designs for international projects.
• Translate briefs into high-quality drawings, models, and presentations.
• Mentor junior designers and provide design direction.
• Ensure design consistency and adherence to standards across projects.
• Collaborate with global teams and clients via digital platforms.
• Stay updated on international trends and sustainable design practices.
• Manage design documentation and handover to technical teams.

Skills

Design leadership

Conceptual design

Design development

Client collaboration

Remote teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Rhino

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized architectural firm at the forefront of innovative design, is seeking a talented Senior Architectural Designer to join their fully remote team. This position offers the unique opportunity to work on diverse and prestigious international projects from the comfort of your own home. You will play a crucial role in developing conceptual designs, leading design development, and ensuring the highest quality of architectural output across various project typologies. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional design talent, strong technical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a distributed team environment. If you are a highly motivated and self-disciplined designer passionate about pushing creative boundaries on a global scale, this remote-first role based out of Sandton, Gauteng (though fully remote) is an exceptional career opportunity. Join a dynamic and forward-thinking organization that embraces remote work culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization and development of architectural designs for international projects.
• Translate client briefs and design intent into high-quality architectural drawings, models, and presentations.
• Collaborate effectively with project teams, consultants, and clients located globally via digital platforms.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, providing constructive feedback and design direction.
• Ensure design consistency and adherence to project standards and client requirements across all projects.
• Stay abreast of international architectural trends, materials, and sustainable design practices.
• Participate in virtual design reviews, workshops, and client meetings.
• Manage design documentation and ensure smooth handover to technical teams.
• Contribute to the firm's design ethos and innovation through creative input.
• Proactively manage your workload and communication to ensure seamless remote collaboration.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture or a related design field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in architectural design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual and design development skills.
• Proven experience in leading design aspects of significant projects, ideally with international exposure.
• Exceptional proficiency in architectural design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong understanding of global architectural practices, building regulations, and construction methodologies.
• Excellent visual communication, 3D modeling, and rendering skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and thrive in a remote work setting.
• Outstanding collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills for virtual team environments.
• Experience with diverse project typologies (commercial, residential, institutional) is an advantage.
• Passion for innovative design and commitment to delivering exceptional quality.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package tailored for experienced remote professionals.
• Flexibility to work from any location.
• Opportunities for international project exposure and professional growth.
• Allowance for home office setup and technology.
• Access to state-of-the-art digital collaboration tools.
• Engage with a diverse and talented global team.
• Work on cutting-edge and architecturally significant projects worldwide.