Senior Healthcare Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

PD development

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Senior Healthcare Architect to lead design teams on hospitals, clinics and medical facilities. You will shape functional layouts, master planning, and ensure regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has a Master's degree in Architecture, 9+ years in architectural practice with at least 5 in healthcare design, and strong skills in Revit, AutoCAD and BIM coordination.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture.
• 9+ years of architectural experience, with at least 5 in healthcare facility design.
• Proven track record delivering complex healthcare projects.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare planning principles, medical equipment requirements, and infection control strategies.
• Proficient in architectural design software, including Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination tools.
• Excellent understanding of South African healthcare regulations and building codes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for healthcare projects, from concept development to construction administration.
• Develop detailed space programming and functional layouts for hospitals, clinics, and medical facilities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare building codes, regulations, and standards (e.g., SANS 10400, National Health Facility Guidelines).
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, medical equipment planners, and engineering consultants to integrate specialized systems and workflows.
• Produce high-quality design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and models.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site analyses for new healthcare developments or renovations.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client relationships effectively.
• Mentor and guide junior healthcare architects, fostering expertise in specialized healthcare design.

Skills

Healthcare design

Leadership

Project management

Client management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM coordination

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading architectural firm specializing in healthcare facilities, is seeking a Senior Healthcare Architect for their Bloemfontein office. This role demands extensive experience in the design and planning of complex healthcare environments, including hospitals, clinics, and specialized medical centers. You will lead design teams, ensuring that projects meet the highest standards of functionality, patient care, safety, and regulatory compliance within the Bloemfontein, Free State region. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of healthcare workflows, medical technologies, and the unique design considerations essential for healing environments. This is an opportunity to shape critical infrastructure that directly impacts community health and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for healthcare projects, from concept development to construction administration.
• Develop detailed space programming and functional layouts for hospitals, clinics, and medical facilities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare building codes, regulations, and standards (e.g., SANS 10400, National Health Facility Guidelines).
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, medical equipment planners, and engineering consultants to integrate specialized systems and workflows.
• Produce high-quality design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and models.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site analyses for new healthcare developments or renovations.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client relationships effectively.
• Mentor and guide junior healthcare architects, fostering expertise in specialized healthcare design.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in architectural practice, with at least 5 years specifically focused on healthcare facility design.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex healthcare projects.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare planning principles, medical equipment requirements, and infection control strategies.
• Proficiency in architectural design software, including Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination tools.
• Excellent understanding of South African healthcare regulations and building codes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including comprehensive medical aid, a retirement fund, and opportunities for continuing professional development. You will be joining a respected firm with a strong portfolio of healthcare projects and a supportive work culture in Bloemfontein. This role provides the chance to make a significant contribution to the healthcare sector through thoughtful and innovative architectural design.