Senior Urban Design Architect – Lead City-Shaping Projects

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development

Bonuses

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Architect with a specialization in Urban Design to join a prestigious architectural firm in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on leading urban planning and architecture projects, collaborating with engineers, landscape architects, and planners to shape city-scale developments.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in architectural design, with urban design expertise, proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite, and

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
• SACAP registration is required.
• 8+ years of progressive architectural experience with at least 3 years focused on urban design and planning.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of urban planning and architectural projects, ensuring alignment with client briefs and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, landscape architects, and urban planners, to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Conduct site analysis, feasibility studies, and impact assessments for proposed developments.
• Prepare detailed design drawings, specifications, and presentations for client meetings and public consultations.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation effectively.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and environmental standards.
• Mentor and guide junior architectural staff, fostering professional development within the team.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in architecture and urban design.
• Represent the firm in client meetings, project reviews, and industry events.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Stakeholder liaison

Urban design principles

Regulatory liaison

Education

B.Arch or M.Arch

SACAP registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Architect with a specialization in Urban Design to join a prestigious architectural firm in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on leading urban planning and architecture projects, collaborating with engineers, landscape architects, and planners to shape city-scale developments.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in architectural design, with urban design expertise, proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite, and