Senior Architect - Sustainable Design Lead | Stellenbosch

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a Senior Architect to lead design projects from concept development through construction administration, with a strong emphasis on environmentally conscious and aesthetically refined solutions that respond to the Western Cape context.

You will collaborate closely with clients, engineers, and urban planners to deliver functional, sustainable buildings; mentor junior architects; ensure regulatory compliance; and drive BIM workflows (Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp)

Qualifications

• Master of Architecture degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• Professional registration with the SAIA is essential.
• Minimum of 7 years post-graduate experience in architectural practice.
• Demonstrated experience in sustainable design and green building certifications (e.g., LEED, Green Star SA).
• Proficiency in architectural design software, particularly BIM tools like Revit.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and building systems.
• Excellent design, visualization, and presentation skills.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in client liaison.
• A portfolio showcasing innovative and sustainable design projects is required.
• Willingness to adopt a hybrid work model, balancing remote work with on-site client and project meetings in Stellenbosch.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design processes for a diverse range of projects (residential, commercial, institutional).
• Develop conceptual and schematic designs and detailed construction documentation.
• Champion sustainable design principles and integrate green technologies.
• Coordinate efforts with structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineers.
• Manage client relationships and present design proposals effectively.
• Conduct site analysis and feasibility studies to inform design decisions.
• Oversee construction administration and ensure designs are implemented accurately.
• Mentor junior architects and interns to foster collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with local codes, zoning, and heritage guidelines for Stellenbosch/Western Cape.
• Utilize BIM and rendering software proficiently.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Client liaison

Presentation skills

Education

Master of Architecture

SAIA registration

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a Senior Architect to lead design projects from concept development through construction administration, with a strong emphasis on environmentally conscious and aesthetically refined solutions that respond to the Western Cape context.

You will collaborate closely with clients, engineers, and urban planners to deliver functional, sustainable buildings; mentor junior architects; ensure regulatory compliance; and drive BIM workflows (Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp)