Remote Senior Architectural Project Leader

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office allowance

Professional development

Access to cutting-edge PM tools

Supportive virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Architectural Project Manager to oversee diverse projects from inception to completion in a remote-first setup. You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate design consultants and contractors, and ensure projects meet architectural and quality standards, on time and within budget across multiple locations, including Polokwane region.

The role demands strong leadership, budgeting, stakeholder management, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
• 7–10 years of architectural project management experience.
• Proven ability to lead remote teams and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• PMP or equivalent certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle for architectural developments.
• Develop and manage plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate design teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Prepare design docs, specs, tender packages.
• Conduct site visits and ensure QC.
• Manage project risks and mitigation.
• Facilitate communication among stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with codes and contractual obligations.
• Provide leadership and mentorship; prepare progress reports.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Remote team management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Construction Management

PMP or equivalent certification (advantage)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Architectural Project Manager to oversee diverse projects from inception to completion in a remote-first setup. You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate design consultants and contractors, and ensure projects meet architectural and quality standards, on time and within budget across multiple locations, including Polokwane region.

The role demands strong leadership, budgeting, stakeholder management, and excellent communication.