Senior Principal Architect - Hybrid, Lead Iconic Mixed-Use

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package and bonuses

Medical aid

Relocation assistance

Career development and leadership培训

Equity partnership potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Architect in Rustenburg, North West, to lead design for major commercial and mixed-use developments. You will mentor a design team, shape project objectives, and ensure deliverables meet client vision, codes, and sustainability goals.

The role blends office collaboration with remote work, requiring strong leadership, client management, and a track record of delivering large-scale schemes in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Must have SACAP registration and a Master’s degree.
• Minimum 12 years of comprehensive architectural experience in commercial/mixed-use projects.
• Proven leadership and ability to deliver large-scale developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for major commercial, retail, and mixed-use projects from concept to completion.
• Develop and articulate design concepts aligned with client vision and project objectives.
• Mentor architectural design teams and foster a collaborative, innovative environment.
• Oversee design documentation, master plans, schematics, and drawings.
• Engage with clients, stakeholders, and regulators to secure approvals and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Communication

Design leadership

BIM software

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

SACAP registration

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Architect in Rustenburg, North West, to lead design for major commercial and mixed-use developments. You will mentor a design team, shape project objectives, and ensure deliverables meet client vision, codes, and sustainability goals.

The role blends office collaboration with remote work, requiring strong leadership, client management, and a track record of delivering large-scale schemes in South Africa.