Senior Sustainable Design Architect

Placements24

Sandton

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Sustainable Design Architect to lead eco-friendly strategies across nationwide projects in a fully remote role. You will drive high-performance designs while ensuring occupant well-being and environmental responsibility.

Responsibilities include energy modeling, lifecycle assessments, and advising teams on Green Star/LEED. Strong remote communication and passion for sustainability are essential.

Qualifications

Registered architect with a focus on sustainable design and environmental performance.
8+ years in architectural practice, at least 5 years in sustainable design.
Experience with energy modelling, LCA tools and green-rating systems (Green Star/LEED).
Strong knowledge of building science, passive design and renewable energy systems.
Excellent communication and client engagement, especially remotely.

Responsibilities

Lead the integration of sustainable design strategies from concept to completion.
Conduct energy modeling, life cycle assessments, and environmental impact studies.
Advise teams on best practices for green building certifications (Green Star, LEED).
Develop solutions for resource efficiency, renewables, and healthy indoor environments.
Stay updated on sustainable materials, technologies, and policies.
Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to achieve sustainability goals.

Skills

Energy modeling

Life cycle assessment

Green building ratings

Building science

Passive design

Renewable energy

Remote communication

Education

Professional Architect (PrArch)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly experienced Senior Sustainable Design Architect for a fully remote position, contributing to projects nationwide. This pivotal role requires a deep commitment to environmental responsibility and expertise in integrating sustainable design principles into all phases of architectural development. You will lead the charge in conceptualizing and implementing eco-friendly strategies, advising project teams, and ensuring that designs achieve high standards of environmental performance and occupant well-being. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate architect to shape the future of sustainable built environments from the comfort of their own home office.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the integration of sustainable design strategies into architectural projects from concept to completion.
Conduct energy modeling, life cycle assessments, and environmental impact studies.
Advise project teams on best practices for green building certifications (e.g., Green Star, LEED).
Develop innovative solutions for resource efficiency, renewable energy integration, and healthy indoor environments.
Stay abreast of the latest advancements in sustainable materials, technologies, and policies.
Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to champion and achieve sustainability goals.

Requirements

Professional Architect qualification (PrArch) with a specialization or significant focus on sustainable design .
Minimum 8 years of experience in architectural practice, with at least 5 years dedicated to sustainable design.
Demonstrated expertise in energy modeling software, life cycle assessment tools, and green building rating systems.
Strong understanding of building science, passive design strategies, and renewable energy systems.
Excellent communication, presentation, and client engagement skills, particularly in a remote setting .
A passion for environmental stewardship and a drive to create high-performance buildings.

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