Senior Architect: Luxury Residential Design Leader

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Exclusive residential projects

Professional development support

Collaborative design environment

Potential for partnership

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Architect specializing in residential design in the Western Cape. You will lead conceptual to construction documentation for luxury homes, estates and multi-unit residential projects, guiding teams and coordinating with engineers while ensuring heritage and planning compliance.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Architecture with 8+ years of post-graduate experience, strong client management, and expertise in Revit, AutoCAD and visualization tools.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture required.
• Minimum of 8 years post-graduate experience with emphasis on high-quality residential architecture.
• SACAP registration is mandatory.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and visualization tools.
• Strong knowledge of residential design, construction methods and local planning regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead design development of high-end residential projects from concept to completion.
• Engage with clients to translate lifestyle needs into architectural solutions.
• Produce detailed drawings, elevations, sections and construction documentation.
• Develop specifications for materials, finishes and construction details.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP engineers to ensure integrated design.
• Ensure compliance with Western Cape heritage guidelines and local codes.
• Conduct site visits and oversee construction to uphold design intent.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables; mentor junior staff.
• Prepare and present design proposals and progress reports to clients.

Skills

Client liaison

Team leadership

Project management

Concept design

Presentation

Education

Master's in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Visualization tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Architect specializing in residential design in the Western Cape. You will lead conceptual to construction documentation for luxury homes, estates and multi-unit residential projects, guiding teams and coordinating with engineers while ensuring heritage and planning compliance.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Architecture with 8+ years of post-graduate experience, strong client management, and expertise in Revit, AutoCAD and visualization tools.