Senior Architectural Designer: Conceptual Design Lead

Placements24; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Training opportunities

Exposure to design competitions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer for a Midrand studio role. You will develop innovative design concepts and translate them into compelling visual representations and technical documentation.

You will collaborate closely with the project architect and team to shape urban and commercial projects in Gauteng. The ideal candidate has a strong conceptual design background, expert visualization skills, and a solid understanding of construction methods and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related design field.
• 6+ years of experience with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, V-Ray and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong visual communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present innovative architectural design concepts and schemes.
• Produce high-quality drawings, renderings, and presentations using advanced design software.
• Collaborate with project architects and teams to refine designs and ensure technical feasibility.
• Contribute to the preparation of design development documents and specifications.
• Research materials, technologies, and design trends to inform design solutions.
• Ensure design consistency and quality across project documentation.
• Assist in client meetings and design review sessions.
• Mentor junior designers and interns.
• Contribute to the overall creative direction of the studio.
• Understand and apply building regulations and design codes to conceptual designs.

Skills

Conceptual design

Visualization

Teamwork

Mentorship

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Lumion

V-Ray

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer for a Midrand studio role. You will develop innovative design concepts and translate them into compelling visual representations and technical documentation.

You will collaborate closely with the project architect and team to shape urban and commercial projects in Gauteng. The ideal candidate has a strong conceptual design background, expert visualization skills, and a solid understanding of construction methods and regulations.