Remote Sustainable Design Architect for Net Zero

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Home office setup allowance

Professional development courses

Impactful sustainable projects in SA

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Sustainable Design Architect for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will lead and integrate sustainability strategies across diverse architectural projects, perform building performance analyses, and drive high-performance design outcomes.

Working with clients and project teams, you will develop passive design solutions, specify materials, and advocate for LEED/Green Star SA targets while staying current with green building technologies.

Formación

• Degree in Architecture with sustainable design specialization.
• Minimum of 6 years in architectural design; at least 3 years in sustainable design and analysis.
• Proficiency with building performance software (IES VE, EnergyPlus, Rhino/Grasshopper).
• Familiarity with LEED/Green Star SA and South African environmental standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work remotely and collaboratively in a team.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the integration of sustainable design principles and technologies into all project phases.
• Conduct building performance simulations, energy modelling, and life cycle assessments.
• Develop and document sustainable design strategies, material selections, and passive design solutions.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams to define and achieve sustainability targets (e.g., Net Zero, LEED, Green Star).
• Research and stay current with advancements in green building materials and renewable energy systems.
• Prepare reports and presentations on sustainability performance and recommendations.
• Mentor junior designers on sustainable design practices.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and certifications.
• Contribute to firm knowledge base and best practices.
• Work with external consultants to optimize building performance.

Conocimientos

Sustainable design

Energy modelling

Building performance analysis

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Educación

Degree in Architecture with sustainable design focus

Herramientas

IES VE

EnergyPlus

Rhino/Grasshopper

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Sustainable Design Architect for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will lead and integrate sustainability strategies across diverse architectural projects, perform building performance analyses, and drive high-performance design outcomes.

Working with clients and project teams, you will develop passive design solutions, specify materials, and advocate for LEED/Green Star SA targets while staying current with green building technologies.