Senior Healthcare Architect

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Pension/retirement plan

Generous PTO

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Senior Healthcare Architect to lead the design of hospitals, clinics, and medical centers in Upington and surrounding areas. The role emphasizes patient-centered design, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with healthcare teams.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in healthcare architecture, a Master’s degree, and professional registration, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture with a specialization in healthcare design.
• Registered Architect with professional licensure.
• 8+ years total experience, 5+ in healthcare architecture.
• Experience in designing hospitals, clinics or medical facilities.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and codes.
• Proficient in Revit; healthcare-specific modeling is a plus.
• Strong leadership and client relationship skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with hybrid work arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design of healthcare facilities from conceptualization to completion.
• Develop functional programming and space planning for complex medical environments.
• Ensure designs comply with healthcare codes and infection control principles.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, consultants, and contractors.
• Integrate medical equipment requirements into the architectural design.
• Prepare detailed design documentation, specifications, and presentations.
• Oversee construction administration and site supervision for healthcare projects.
• Mentor junior architects and healthcare design specialists.
• Stay abreast of advancements in healthcare design and technology.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication

Problem-solving

Hybrid work experience

Education

Master's degree in Architecture with healthcare specialization

Professional registration as Architect

Tools

Revit

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Healthcare Architect to join their team, serving the **Upington, Northern Cape** region and surrounding areas. This specialized role focuses on the design of healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and medical centers, requiring a deep understanding of complex functional requirements, stringent regulations, and patient-centered design principles. The position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for flexibility while maintaining essential on-site collaboration. We are looking for a leader with a proven track record in delivering complex healthcare projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and optimal healing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design of healthcare facilities from conceptualization to completion.
• Develop functional programming and space planning for complex medical environments.
• Ensure designs comply with healthcare-specific building codes, standards (e.g., SANS 10400, facility guidelines), and infection control principles.
• Collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals, consultants, and contractors.
• Integrate medical equipment requirements into the architectural design.
• Prepare detailed design documentation, specifications, and presentations.
• Oversee construction administration and site supervision for healthcare projects.
• Mentor junior architects and healthcare design specialists.
• Stay abreast of advancements in healthcare design and technology.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture with a specialization in healthcare design.
• Professional registration as an Architect.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience, with at least 5 years specifically in healthcare architecture.
• Demonstrated experience in designing hospitals, clinics, or similar medical facilities.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations, codes, and best practices.
• Proficiency in architectural software, including Revit, with experience in healthcare-specific modeling is a plus.
• Strong leadership, project management, and client relationship skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional development in healthcare architecture.
• Work on critical healthcare infrastructure projects in the **Northern Cape**.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.