Senior Project Architect

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Architect to lead large-scale projects from its Benoni office. You will drive design excellence, profitability, and a high-performance team environment across major developments in the Gauteng architectural landscape.

The role requires a Professional Architect qualification with SACAP registration, 10+ years of project delivery experience, and proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Professional Architect qualification and SACAP registration.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience, with leadership in project delivery.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of large-scale architectural projects, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.
• Manage project teams, consultants, and contractors, fostering effective collaboration and communication.
• Oversee project financial performance, including budgeting, fee proposals, and cost control.
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant building codes, regulations, and quality standards.
• Mentor and guide junior architectural staff, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Mentoring

Education

Professional Architect qualification

SACAP registration

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced and motivated Senior Project Architect to lead significant projects from their Benoni office. This leadership role requires a proven track record in managing complex architectural undertakings, from initial client engagement through to project completion. You will be instrumental in driving design excellence, ensuring project profitability, and fostering a high-performing team environment within the vibrant Gauteng architectural landscape. This is a strategic position for a candidate ready to make a substantial impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of large-scale architectural projects, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.
• Manage project teams, consultants, and contractors, fostering effective collaboration and communication.
• Oversee project financial performance, including budgeting, fee proposals, and cost control.
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant building codes, regulations, and quality standards.
• Mentor and guide junior architectural staff, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Professional Architect qualification and SACAP registration.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience, with a significant portion in leading project delivery.
• Demonstrated expertise in complex project management, design development, and construction administration.
• Proficiency in industry-standard architectural software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD).
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and performance-based incentive program.
• Opportunity to lead prestigious projects in Benoni and the surrounding areas.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other employee benefits.
• Continuous professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• An inspiring and collaborative work environment dedicated to architectural excellence.