Senior Architect - Urban Planning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development resources

Executive leadership role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a distinguished Senior Architect with a specialization in Urban Planning to lead master planning and large-scale development projects in Bloemfontein. This senior leadership role demands strategic vision, team leadership, and engagement with city officials and community stakeholders to secure approvals and implement sustainable urban designs.

Responsibilities include directing design teams, conducting site analysis, preparing presentations, and ensuring excellence in

Qualifications

• Professional Architect registration with SACAP.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in urban design and master planning.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, GIS.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of master plans and urban design strategies for large-scale projects.
• Conduct site analysis, feasibility studies, and urban context assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including urban planners, landscape architects, and engineers.
• Prepare high-quality presentation materials, including reports, visualisations, and proposals.
• Engage with clients, government agencies, and community groups to build consensus and secure approvals.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

SACAP registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

GIS software

Job description

Our client seeks a distinguished Senior Architect with a specialization in Urban Planning and large-scale development to join their esteemed practice in Bloemfontein . This senior leadership role demands a strategic thinker capable of shaping the vision and implementation of significant urban and master planning projects. You will be responsible for leading design teams, engaging with city officials and community stakeholders, and developing sustainable, contextually sensitive urban designs. This position is for a visionary architect ready to make a lasting impact on the built environment of Bloemfontein and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of master plans and urban design strategies for large-scale projects.
• Conduct site analysis, feasibility studies, and urban context assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including urban planners, landscape architects, and engineers.
• Prepare high-quality presentation materials, including reports, visualisations, and proposals.
• Engage with clients, government agencies, and community groups to build consensus and secure approvals.

Requirements

• Professional Architect registration with SACAP and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in urban design, master planning, and large-scale development projects.
• Strong understanding of urban planning principles, zoning, and development regulations.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in relevant design and visualization software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, GIS software).

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead impactful urban development projects in Bloemfontein .
• Access to cutting-edge technology and professional development resources.
• Comprehensive healthcare and retirement benefits.
• A role that offers significant influence and contribution to urban regeneration.