Senior Healthcare Architect - Specialized Facility Design

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contribution

CPD opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Healthcare Architect for their Durban office to lead design for hospitals, clinics, and medical facilities, translating clinical needs into healing environments. You will collaborate with healthcare planners, engineers, and clinicians, ensure regulatory compliance, manage projects end‑to‑end, mentor junior staff, and present proposals to clients and regulatory bodies.

A Master's in Architecture (Healthcare Design) and SACAP registration are preferred, with a

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Architecture with Healthcare Design specialization.
• 7+ years of professional healthcare architecture experience.
• Knowledge of healthcare planning, patient flow, and infection control.

Aufgaben

• Lead design for specialized healthcare facilities (hospitals, clinics, labs).
• Develop concepts, master plans, and detailed drawings for medical facilities.
• Collaborate with healthcare planners, equipment specialists, and clinicians.
• Ensure compliance with SA healthcare codes, regs, and accessibility standards.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and consultant coordination.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for new developments or renovations.
• Mentor junior architects and designers, providing design direction.

Kenntnisse

Healthcare design

Project leadership

Stakeholder comms

Infection control

Ausbildung

Master's in Architecture (Healthcare Design)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected architectural practice renowned for its expertise in healthcare facility design, is seeking an experienced Senior Healthcare Architect to join their vibrant office in **Durban, KwaZulu-Natal**. This role focuses on the design and planning of specialized healthcare environments, including hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centers, and research facilities. You will play a crucial role in translating complex medical requirements into functional, efficient, and healing architectural spaces. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of healthcare design principles, regulatory requirements, and the unique challenges associated with medical facilities. This is a significant opportunity to contribute to projects that have a profound impact on community health and well-being. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, engineers, and consultants to deliver state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. We are committed to creating environments that enhance patient care and support medical innovation. If you have a passion for designing spaces that heal and a proven background in healthcare architecture, this role in **Durban** is an excellent career move. We are looking for a design leader who can guide projects from inception through to completion with meticulous attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for specialized healthcare facilities, ensuring adherence to functional requirements, patient safety, and infection control standards.
• Develop conceptual designs, master plans, and detailed architectural drawings for hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and other medical institutions.
• Collaborate closely with healthcare planners, medical equipment specialists, and clinical staff to understand and integrate their operational needs into the design.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare building codes, regulations, and accessibility standards in South Africa.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and consultant coordination for healthcare architecture projects.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for new healthcare developments or renovations.
• Mentor and guide junior architects and designers, providing technical expertise and design direction.
• Prepare and present design proposals and reports to clients, hospital administrators, and regulatory bodies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture with a specialization in Healthcare Design or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 7 years of professional experience focused on healthcare architecture.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare planning principles, medical workflows, and the specific requirements of various healthcare departments.
• Proficiency in architectural design software, including Revit, AutoCAD, and relevant visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of infection control strategies, patient flow, and accessibility standards in healthcare settings.
• Experience working with public and private healthcare providers.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects from conceptualization to completion.
• Professional registration with SACAP is preferred.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive medical aid plan, and a generous retirement fund contribution.
• You will have access to continuous professional development opportunities, including specialized healthcare architecture training and conferences.
• The role provides exposure to significant and impactful healthcare projects within KwaZulu-Natal and beyond.
• We foster a collaborative and supportive work culture that values innovation and well-being.
• This hybrid role allows for a flexible work arrangement, balancing in-office collaboration with remote work.
• Additional benefits include annual bonuses and opportunities for career progression within a leading firm.