Senior Architect: Visionary Mixed-Use Master Planner

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Architectural Designer to lead the design of large-scale mixed-use developments in Benoni, Gauteng. You will shape concepts from inception to detailed development, ensuring creativity, functionality and aesthetics align with project goals and regulatory requirements.

You will mentor teams, collaborate with engineers, planners and clients, and champion sustainable, community-focused urban design across diverse spaces.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture or related design field.
• SACAP registration is highly desirable.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in mixed-use development projects.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative design thinking and project delivery.
• Advanced proficiency in design software (Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, Adobe CC).

Responsibilities

• Lead design development and conceptualization of complex mixed-use projects.
• Develop master plans and architectural strategies integrating functions.
• Create design presentations, visualizations and models for engagement.
• Ensure designs meet briefs, goals and Gauteng regulations.
• Collaborate with planning authorities, engineers and consultants.
• Mentor junior design staff and promote design excellence.
• Oversee detailing and documentation to maintain design integrity.
• Champion sustainable design and urbanism.
• Conduct site analyses and feasibility studies for developments.
• Maintain relationships with clients and support business development.

Skills

Revit

Rhino

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

SACAP registration (desirable)

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Architectural Designer to lead the design of large-scale mixed-use developments in Benoni, Gauteng. You will shape concepts from inception to detailed development, ensuring creativity, functionality and aesthetics align with project goals and regulatory requirements.

You will mentor teams, collaborate with engineers, planners and clients, and champion sustainable, community-focused urban design across diverse spaces.