Senior Educational Architect: Lead Learning Spaces

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

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Principal Educational Architect in Bloemfontein to lead the design direction for a broad portfolio of educational facilities, from early childhood centers to university campuses. You will guide design teams, engage with educators and communities, and ensure architectural excellence that supports effective learning.

The role requires a Master’s in Architecture, 12+ years of progressive experience in educational projects, and on-site commitment in Bloemfontein.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture or related field.
• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in architecture with a strong portfolio in educational facilities.
• Proven experience leading major educational projects from concept to completion.
• Deep understanding of educational planning, spatial programming for learning environments, and child development principles.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization and design development for significant educational projects.
• Collaborate with educators, administrators, students, and community members to understand needs and aspirations.
• Develop innovative design solutions supporting diverse learning pedagogies and student engagement.
• Oversee technical development and documentation of educational facilities.
• Ensure designs comply with building codes, accessibility standards, and regulations.
• Mentor and guide junior architects and designers on educational projects.
• Manage client relationships and lead presentations for educational institutions.
• Stay updated on global trends and research in educational architecture.

Skills

Leadership

Educational design

Pedagogical planning

Stakeholder engagement

Presentation skills

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Principal Educational Architect in Bloemfontein to lead the design direction for a broad portfolio of educational facilities, from early childhood centers to university campuses. You will guide design teams, engage with educators and communities, and ensure architectural excellence that supports effective learning.

The role requires a Master’s in Architecture, 12+ years of progressive experience in educational projects, and on-site commitment in Bloemfontein.