Senior Architect

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Executive benefits

Leadership opportunities

Prestigious projects

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a distinguished Senior Architect to lead and inspire their design team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The role requires a visionary leader with a proven track record of delivering architectural projects and guiding teams.

You will engage clients, lead design, manage projects, and mentor junior staff while ensuring adherence to codes, sustainability, and quality standards in the SA context.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Architect with SACAP.
• Minimum of 12 years of post-registration experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating design leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design conception and development for a range of architectural projects.
• Manage project teams, ensuring high-quality design output and efficient project delivery.
• Engage directly with clients to understand their vision and provide expert architectural advice.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed construction documentation and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Mentor and guide junior architects and designers, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Design leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Registered Professional Architect with SACAP

Tools

Revit

ArchiCAD

Job description

Our client is seeking a distinguished Senior Architect to lead and inspire their design team in the picturesque town of Stellenbosch, Western Cape . This role demands a visionary leader with a proven track record of designing and delivering exceptional architectural projects. You will be responsible for client engagement, design leadership, project management, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of architectural theory, innovative design thinking, and the practicalities of construction in the South African context. Join a firm that values design excellence, sustainability, and contributes significantly to the architectural landscape of the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design conception and development for a range of architectural projects.
• Manage project teams, ensuring high-quality design output and efficient project delivery.
• Engage directly with clients to understand their vision and provide expert architectural advice.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed construction documentation and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Mentor and guide junior architects and designers, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.

Requirements

• Registered Professional Architect with SACAP.
• Minimum of 12 years of post-registration experience in architectural practice.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating design leadership and successful project execution.
• Expert proficiency in Revit, ArchiCAD , and other advanced architectural software.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and client management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of construction methods, materials, and sustainable design strategies.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.
• Significant professional autonomy and leadership opportunities.
• The chance to work on prestigious projects in a beautiful setting like Stellenbosch .
• A supportive and collaborative firm culture that values creativity and innovation.
• Support for ongoing professional development and thought leadership.