Remote Senior Sustainable Building Architect & Innovate

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Global team collaboration

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Sustainable Building Architect to join a fully remote global team. You will lead design teams, develop innovative sustainable solutions, and guide clients toward achieving environmental goals in high-performance buildings.

The role requires a strong track record in green design, building physics expertise, and proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and sustainability analysis tools. Remote work enables flexible location and international collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture, Sustainable Design, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in sustainable architecture with a strong portfolio.
• Proven experience leading design of complex, high-performance buildings.
• In-depth knowledge of passive design principles, building physics, thermal performance, and energy systems.
• Expertise in LEED, EDGE, or Green Star and relevant certification is essential.
• Proficiency in design software (Revit, AutoCAD) and sustainability tools (IES VE, EnergyPlus, Rhino/Grasshopper).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills for remote work; SACAP registration is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of highly sustainable and energy-efficient buildings from concept to post-occupancy evaluation.
• Develop and implement innovative sustainable design strategies (passive design, energy integration, water conservation, materials).
• Mentor junior architects and sustainability consultants within a remote team.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, and construction teams to integrate sustainability goals throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct energy modeling, life cycle assessments, and performance simulations to optimize design.
• Prepare documentation for green building certifications (LEED AP, EDGE Expert).
• Stay at the forefront of sustainable building technologies and advise clients accordingly.
• Present design concepts and sustainability strategies to clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Sustainable design

Energy modeling

Remote team leadership

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

EnergyPlus

Rhino

Grasshopper

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Sustainable Building Architect to join a fully remote global team. You will lead design teams, develop innovative sustainable solutions, and guide clients toward achieving environmental goals in high-performance buildings.

The role requires a strong track record in green design, building physics expertise, and proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and sustainability analysis tools. Remote work enables flexible location and international collaboration.