Senior BIM Architect — Mixed-Use Developments Leader

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

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead BIM Architect for a premier architectural practice in Gauteng to drive BIM strategy from concept to construction and enforce standards across large-scale mixed-use developments. You will manage complex BIM models, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and train staff in advanced BIM practices.

This senior role requires 10+ years of architectural experience and expert proficiency in Revit and Navisworks, with Gauteng project experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Architecture with a strong BIM focus.
• 10+ years architectural experience; 5+ years in BIM management/leadership.
• Expert proficiency in Revit and Navisworks.
• Strong understanding of architectural design and construction processes.
• Proven BIM leadership on large, complex, mixed-use projects.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver BIM training programs.
• Familiar with Dynamo and Civil 3D; Gauteng project experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain BIM standards and workflows.
• Lead creation and management of complex BIM models for large-scale developments.
• Coordinate BIM with internal teams and external consultants; ensure clash detection.
• Provide BIM training and support to architectural staff.
• Define BIM execution plans with project managers and clients.
• Oversee extraction of construction docs and data from BIM models.
• Stay updated on BIM tech and propose innovative solutions.
• Ensure compliance with BIM standards and client requirements.

Skills

BIM leadership

Revit

Navisworks

Architectural design

Education

Master’s in Architecture

Tools

Dynamo

Civil 3D

Navisworks

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead BIM Architect for a premier architectural practice in Gauteng to drive BIM strategy from concept to construction and enforce standards across large-scale mixed-use developments. You will manage complex BIM models, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and train staff in advanced BIM practices.

This senior role requires 10+ years of architectural experience and expert proficiency in Revit and Navisworks, with Gauteng project experience preferred.