Senior Principal Residential Architect – Luxury Homes Lead

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Residential Architect for an on-site role in Port Elizabeth. You will lead the design direction for luxurious bespoke homes, mentor a seasoned design team, and drive the full design process from client engagement to completion.

The ideal candidate has a 12+ year track record in luxury residential projects, exceptional portfolio, and SACAP registration. This is a leadership position offering executive compensation and strong development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• Minimum 12 years in residential architecture, with luxury project focus.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strong client communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design teams on high-end residential projects from concept to construction.
• Mentor junior architects and maintain a culture of design excellence.
• Oversee schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Develop detailed drawings, specifications, and material palettes for luxury homes.
• Coordinate with structural, interior, and landscape consultants.
• Maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct site visits and provide design support during construction.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Client relations

Architectural design leadership

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

V-Ray

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Residential Architect for an on-site role in Port Elizabeth. You will lead the design direction for luxurious bespoke homes, mentor a seasoned design team, and drive the full design process from client engagement to completion.

The ideal candidate has a 12+ year track record in luxury residential projects, exceptional portfolio, and SACAP registration. This is a leadership position offering executive compensation and strong development opportunities.