Senior Construction Architect – Hybrid Design Leader

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Executive-level benefits

Professional development support

Collaborative work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Construction Architect in Sandton to drive design oversight from concept to completion. This hybrid role blends on-site leadership with remote design development, enabling strategic planning and sustainable built environments.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Architecture, is SACAP-registered, and brings 10+ years of design and project delivery experience; proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is essential to guide multidisciplinary teams and ensure

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
• SACAP registration or eligible to register.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process from concept to construction documents.
• Ensure designs comply with codes, regulations and sustainability standards.
• Oversee detailed drawings, 3D models, and specifications.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate with consultants.
• Conduct site visits to verify design intent during construction.

Skills

CAD software

AutoCAD

Revit

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

3D modeling tools

Revit

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Construction Architect in Sandton to drive design oversight from concept to completion. This hybrid role blends on-site leadership with remote design development, enabling strategic planning and sustainable built environments.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Architecture, is SACAP-registered, and brings 10+ years of design and project delivery experience; proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is essential to guide multidisciplinary teams and ensure