Senior Revit Designer

The Legends Agency; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design consultancy is seeking a Senior Revit Designer in Johannesburg to create impactful fire protection systems. The role involves technical design, project execution, client engagement, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should hold an ASIB or equivalent certification, with strong skills in AutoCAD and Revit. This position focuses on delivering cost-effective and compliant solutions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• ASIB / IFE Certificate or equivalent is required.
• Extensive industry experience may substitute formal qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop fire protection system designs using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Calculate hydraulic requirements for optimal pipe sizing.
• Conduct site measurements for existing buildings.
• Engage with clients and professional teams to refine designs.
• Mentor and coach junior designers.

Skills

Technical Design & Project Management

Quality Management & Risk Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Report Writing & Documentation Management

Education

ASIB / IFE Certificate or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Our Client is looking for a Senior Revit Designer to design high-quality, impactful, and fully compliant fire protection systems that deliver cost-effective solutions. This role also serves as the technical lead for design within project teams.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Design & Project Execution

• Develop fire protection system designs using AutoCAD and Revit, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Calculate hydraulic requirements for optimal pipe sizing, considering water supply parameters and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct site measurements for existing buildings, document findings, and integrate them into designs.
• Apply compliance and cost management principles to all designs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage design workplans, prioritizing and meeting project deadlines.
• Complete partial designs for larger projects, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with clients, consultants, and professional teams to present and refine designs.
• Discuss and implement design improvements to enhance project outcomes.
• Support estimators in costing proposals by providing initial designs and identifying cost-effective solutions.

Technical Leadership & Compliance

• Mentor and coach junior designers, supporting their development.
• Maintain technical expertise in CAD design and fire protection compliance by participating in industry forums, workshops, and continuous learning.
• Compile fabrication lists and ensure designs meet project and compliance requirements.
• Conduct post-implementation profit analysis, evaluating design assumptions versus actual project costs to improve future profitability.
• Submit ASIB documentation for inspections, ensuring compliance and securing certification.

Reporting & Administration

• Complete project administration tasks, including updating project plans and maintaining design records.
• Prepare and submit design reports in defined formats within agreed deadlines.
• Maintain filing systems and databases to ensure design documentation is accessible and up to date.

Qualifications & Experience

• ASIB / IFE Certificate or equivalent (required).
• In the absence of formal qualifications, extensive industry experience will be considered.

Leadership & Development:

• Mentoring and coaching junior designers.
• Staff development and technical guidance.

Functional Skills:

• Technical Design & Project Management
• Quality Management & Risk Compliance
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Report Writing & Documentation Management