Senior Educational Facility Architect - Shape Learning

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is seeking a Senior Educational Facility Architect to lead design of schools, colleges and universities. You will drive programming, conceptual design and construction documentation, partnering with educators, consultants and contractors to shape learning environments.

The ideal candidate holds SACAP registration, 7+ years post‑registration in educational projects, and strong skills in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• Registered Architect with SACAP.
• 7+ years post‑registration experience in architectural practice.
• Significant experience in design and delivery of educational facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design of educational facilities (schools, colleges, universities).
• Develop functional programs and space plans based on pedagogical requirements and user needs.
• Create detailed drawings, specifications, and presentation materials.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, and other consultants specializing in educational facilities.
• Manage project timelines, budgets and deliverables.
• Oversee construction administration and ensure design intent is realized.
• Ensure compliance with educational facility design standards and codes.
• Mentor junior architects and design staff.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand vision and requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Pedagogical principles

Communication

Education

SACAP registration

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is seeking a Senior Educational Facility Architect to lead design of schools, colleges and universities. You will drive programming, conceptual design and construction documentation, partnering with educators, consultants and contractors to shape learning environments.

The ideal candidate holds SACAP registration, 7+ years post‑registration in educational projects, and strong skills in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite.