Senior Sustainable Design Architect — Coastal Climate-Ready Leader

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid

Retirement contributions

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Sustainable Design Architect in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, to lead cutting-edge, climate-aware design across coastal projects. You will champion sustainable strategies, mentor junior staff, and ensure certification targets (Green Star SA, EDGE) are achieved.

The role emphasizes ecological design, material science, and effective stakeholder communication, fostering innovative solutions in a remarkable coastal setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture or related field with specialization in Sustainable Design.
• Demonstrated expertise in green building rating systems and environmental design strategies.
• Proficiency in architectural design software (Revit, AutoCAD) and familiarity with sustainability analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of sustainable design strategies for architectural projects, particularly in coastal contexts.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments and integrate findings into design solutions.
• Research and specify sustainable materials, systems, and technologies.
• Oversee the achievement of green building certifications (e.g., Green Star SA, EDGE).
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and regulatory bodies to advocate for sustainable design principles.
• Develop detailed design documentation and specifications that incorporate sustainability features.
• Mentor junior architects and contribute to the firm's knowledge base on sustainable design.
• Perform energy and daylight modeling analysis, or coordinate with specialists.
• Stay current with advancements in sustainable architecture, climate-responsive design, and resilient building practices.
• Present sustainability strategies and project outcomes to diverse audiences.

Skills

Sustainable design

Green building ratings

Coastal design principles

Client management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Architecture or related field (Sustainable Design specialization)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Sustainable Design Architect in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, to lead cutting-edge, climate-aware design across coastal projects. You will champion sustainable strategies, mentor junior staff, and ensure certification targets (Green Star SA, EDGE) are achieved.

The role emphasizes ecological design, material science, and effective stakeholder communication, fostering innovative solutions in a remarkable coastal setting.