Residential Architect

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible hybrid work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Residential Architect to join its team in Vereeniging, South Africa, offering a hybrid work arrangement.

You will design custom homes and residential developments, manage client relationships, and guide projects from concept through completion, ensuring compliance with codes and standards.

The ideal candidate brings a professional architecture degree, registration, and strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp to deliver high-end living spaces.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture.
• Registered Architect with a relevant professional body.
• Proven experience in residential architectural design and project management.
• Proficiency in architectural design software (Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp).
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods, materials, and building codes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills for a hybrid model.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop detailed architectural plans for new homes and renovations.
• Manage client relationships, providing design consultations and updates.
• Ensure designs comply with building codes, zoning regulations, and client requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and suppliers throughout the construction process.
• Prepare construction documents, specifications, and permit applications.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress and address any issues.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing skills

Negotiation

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a skilled Residential Architect to join their team, offering a hybrid work arrangement in Vereeniging . This role focuses on the design and management of custom homes and residential developments. You will work closely with clients to understand their vision and translate it into functional, aesthetically pleasing, and technically sound living spaces. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for detail, a passion for residential design, and the ability to manage projects from initial concept through to completion. This position offers the chance to contribute significantly to the residential landscape, blending creative design with practical execution in a flexible work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop detailed architectural plans for new homes and renovations.
• Manage client relationships, providing design consultations and updates.
• Ensure designs comply with building codes, zoning regulations, and client requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and suppliers throughout the construction process.
• Prepare construction documents, specifications, and permit applications.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress and address any issues.

Requirements

• Professional degree in Architecture .
• Registered Architect with a relevant professional body.
• Proven experience in residential architectural design and project management.
• Proficiency in architectural design software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp).
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods, materials, and building codes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills for a hybrid model .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements, balancing office and remote work.
• Opportunities to work on bespoke and high-end residential projects.
• Professional development and continuous learning support.
• A collaborative environment focused on design excellence in Vereeniging .