Senior Architectural Designer - Urban Planning Focus

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership role in Mahikeng

Professional development

Collaborative multi-disciplinary team

Impact on North West urban development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Architectural Designer in Mahikeng to lead conceptual design and master planning for large-scale urban developments.

The role focuses on urban design frameworks, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, preparing master plan documents, and ensuring designs meet local context, sustainability, and regulatory requirements, with mentorship to junior staff.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture with urban design/planning specialization.
• 8+ years in architectural design and urban planning, master planning focus.
• Proven ability to lead complex urban design projects from concept to implementation.
• Proficiency in Rhino, Grasshopper, Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong understanding of urban theory, placemaking, sustainable development, public realm.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual design and master planning for large-scale urban development projects.
• Develop urban design frameworks, zoning strategies, and land-use plans.
• Collaborate with urban planners, landscape architects, engineers, and community stakeholders.
• Prepare visualisations, master plan documents, and presentations for client/public engagement.
• Ensure designs respond to site context, cultural factors, and regulatory requirements incl. zoning.
• Provide design leadership and mentorship to junior team members.

Skills

Urban design

Master planning

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Rhino

Grasshopper

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Master's degree in Architecture (Urban Design/Urban Planning)

Tools

Rhino

Grasshopper

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Architectural Designer with a strong focus on urban planning and large-scale master planning to join their practice in Mahikeng. This senior position involves leading the conceptualization and design development of significant urban projects, including mixed-use developments, community precincts, and public spaces. You will be instrumental in shaping the future urban fabric of the region, balancing aesthetic vision with functional requirements, sustainability principles, and community needs. The ideal candidate will possess a robust portfolio demonstrating expertise in master planning, urban design, and the ability to coordinate complex multidisciplinary teams. This is a pivotal role for influencing urban development in North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptual design and master planning for large-scale urban development projects.


• Develop urban design frameworks, zoning strategies, and land-use plans that promote liveability and sustainability.


• Collaborate with urban planners, landscape architects, engineers, and community stakeholders to integrate diverse project components.


• Prepare high-quality visualisations, master plan documents, and presentations for client and public engagement.


• Ensure designs respond to site context, cultural factors, and regulatory requirements, including local zoning ordinances.


• Provide design leadership and mentorship to junior team members involved in urban planning and design tasks.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture with a specialization in Urban Design or Urban Planning.


• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in architectural design and urban planning, with a focus on master planning.


• Proven ability to lead complex urban design projects from concept to implementation stages.


• Proficiency in relevant design software, including Rhino , Grasshopper, Revit , AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.


• Strong understanding of urban theory, placemaking, sustainable urban development, and public realm design.


• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and benefits package.


• Opportunity to lead impactful urban development projects in Mahikeng.


• Professional growth and development support, including attendance at urban planning forums.


• Work within a dynamic and collaborative multi-disciplinary team.


• Contribution to shaping the future of urban environments in North West.