Senior Architect: Sustainable Commercial Design Leader (Upington)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Architect to lead commercial building projects from concept through construction administration in Upington, Northern Cape. You will drive design development, coordinate with engineers, and ensure high standards of aesthetics, functionality, and environmental responsibility.

The role requires a registered architect with a strong portfolio, deep knowledge of Green Star SA and energy-efficient technologies, and outstanding leadership and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of post-graduate experience in architectural practice, with a focus on commercial buildings.
• Professional registration as an Architect (e.g., PrArch) with SACAP.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating leadership of commercial projects with sustainable design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of commercial building projects from conception to completion.
• Coordinate with engineers to ensure integrated and efficient building systems.
• Administer construction contracts, conduct site visits, review shop drawings, and resolve issues.
• Mentor junior architects and design team members.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and environmental standards.
• Foster strong client relationships and manage project timelines and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Architect to lead commercial building projects from concept through construction administration in Upington, Northern Cape. You will drive design development, coordinate with engineers, and ensure high standards of aesthetics, functionality, and environmental responsibility.

The role requires a registered architect with a strong portfolio, deep knowledge of Green Star SA and energy-efficient technologies, and outstanding leadership and project management skills.