Senior Industrial & Commercial Architect — Hybrid (Bloemfontein)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, is seeking a Senior Industrial & Commercial Architect to lead the design of major industrial facilities and commercial projects, oversee design teams, and ensure technical excellence in a hybrid work environment.

You will collaborate with clients, engineers, and contractors, develop detailed drawings and tender documents, and ensure compliance with SA building codes while mentoring junior staff and driving innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum of 10 years of extensive architectural experience with a strong focus on industrial and commercial projects.
• Proven experience leading design teams and managing complex, large‑scale developments.
• Deep knowledge of industrial processes, building systems, structural considerations, and materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design for major industrial and commercial projects in the Free State province and beyond.
• Mentor junior architects and design teams to ensure high‑quality output and timelines.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers (structural, mechanical, electrical), and contractors to develop integrated solutions.
• Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and tender documentation for industrial and commercial buildings.
• Conduct site analyses, feasibility studies, and technical assessments for new developments.
• Ensure designs comply with building codes, safety regulations, environmental standards, and project requirements.
• Present design proposals and progress reports to clients and stakeholders.
• Champion innovation in design and construction techniques for industrial and commercial facilities.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client management

Communication

Team mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM software

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, is seeking a Senior Industrial & Commercial Architect to lead the design of major industrial facilities and commercial projects, oversee design teams, and ensure technical excellence in a hybrid work environment.

You will collaborate with clients, engineers, and contractors, develop detailed drawings and tender documents, and ensure compliance with SA building codes while mentoring junior staff and driving innovative solutions.