Senior Architect - Coastal And Infrastructure Projects

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

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Architect to lead coastal and infrastructure projects in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will drive architectural design from concept through construction documentation, ensuring resilient and sustainable solutions.

Collaborate with civil engineers, environmental specialists, and urban planners; mentor junior staff and manage timelines and budgets; liaise with clients and authorities. A SACAP-registered professional with 8+ years post-qualification is required.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Architect with SACAP.
• Minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for coastal and infrastructure projects.
• Develop concept designs, schematic designs, and construction documentation.
• Ensure designs integrate with engineering, environmental and urban planning considerations.
• Collaborate with coastal engineers and environmental consultants on site challenges.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications and tender documents.
• Conduct site investigations and impact assessments.
• Manage project timelines, budgets and resources for architectural components.
• Liaise with clients, government bodies and regulatory authorities.
• Mentor junior architectural staff and support professional development.
• Stay updated on coastal architecture and resilient design technologies.

Skills

Architectural design

Coastal design

Infrastructure projects

Education

Registered Professional Architect (SACAP)

Job description

Senior Architect – Coastal and Infrastructure Projects

Our client, a prominent engineering and architectural firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Architect to lead and contribute to significant coastal and infrastructure development projects in the Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal region. This role demands a blend of strong architectural design capabilities, technical expertise, and an understanding of the unique challenges posed by coastal environments. You will be instrumental in the planning, design, and execution phases, working on projects ranging from waterfront developments to critical public infrastructure. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams, including civil engineers, environmental scientists, and urban planners, to deliver resilient and sustainable solutions. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the development of key coastal assets in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for coastal and infrastructure-related projects.
• Develop concept designs, schematic designs, and detailed construction documentation.
• Ensure architectural designs integrate seamlessly with engineering, environmental, and urban planning considerations.
• Collaborate with coastal engineers and environmental consultants to address site-specific challenges and opportunities.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and tender documents.
• Conduct site investigations, surveys, and impact assessments.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for architectural components.
• Liaise with clients, government bodies, and regulatory authorities.
• Mentor junior architectural staff and contribute to professional development within the team.
• Stay abreast of advancements in coastal architecture, resilient design, and relevant technologies.

Requirements

• Registered Professional Architect with SACAP.
• Minimum of 8 years of post