Senior Urban Architect — Lead Mixed-Use Masterplanning

Placements24; Sudáfrica; Presencial; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Urban Architect to spearhead mixed-use developments in Tembisa, Gauteng. The role requires visionary leadership, deep urban design knowledge, and a track record of delivering complex projects from feasibility to construction documentation.

You will mentor design teams, liaise with authorities and clients, and ensure compliance with South African planning legislation while championing sustainable design practices.

Formación

• Master's degree in Architecture or Urban Planning.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in architectural design with at least 5 years in lead or senior urban design roles.
• Proven success in leading and delivering significant mixed-use urban development projects.
• Expertise in urban planning theories, design principles, and SA planning legislation.
• Professional SACAP registration is mandatory.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the conceptualization and design development of large-scale mixed-use urban projects.
• Develop master plans and urban design strategies in collaboration with planning authorities and stakeholders.
• Manage and mentor a team of architects and designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Prepare high-quality design proposals, presentations, and detailed technical documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant planning regulations, building codes, and sustainability standards.
• Liaise with clients, developers, government agencies, and other consultants throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site analyses, and impact assessments.
• Oversee coordination of multidisciplinary design teams for integrated architectural, engineering and landscape work.
• Champion sustainable design practices and innovative urban solutions.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Team Mentoring

Urban Design

Educación

Master's degree in Architecture or Urban Planning

Herramientas

Rhino

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Lumion/Enscape

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Urban Architect to spearhead mixed-use developments in Tembisa, Gauteng. The role requires visionary leadership, deep urban design knowledge, and a track record of delivering complex projects from feasibility to construction documentation.

You will mentor design teams, liaise with authorities and clients, and ensure compliance with South African planning legislation while championing sustainable design practices.