Senior Urban Designer & Architect: Master Planning Lead

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a Senior Urban Designer & Architect to bridge master planning and architectural design, shaping urban environments and public life.

The candidate will lead master plans, regeneration projects, and mixed-use developments with a focus on sustainable, contextually appropriate design and stakeholder engagement. A Master’s degree and 7–10 years’ experience are required, with SACAP registration desirable.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Urban Design, Urban Planning, Architecture, or related field.
• 7–10 years of relevant professional experience in urban design and/or architecture.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in master planning and urban regeneration.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, SketchUp, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Knowledge of South African planning legislation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of urban design strategies and master plans for new developments and regeneration projects.
• Create detailed urban design guidelines and architectural frameworks.
• Translate urban design concepts into architectural designs for buildings and public spaces.
• Conduct site analysis, research, and feasibility studies for urban development projects.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Engage with stakeholders including government agencies, developers, and community representatives.
• Prepare high-quality visuals, presentations, and reports to communicate design proposals.
• Ensure designs adhere to sustainability principles and local planning policies.
• Mentor junior designers and architects; foster collaboration and creativity.
• Stay updated on international best practices and trends in urban design and architecture.

Skills

Urban Design

Architectural Design

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Leadership

SACAP

Education

Master's degree in Urban Design

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

SketchUp

Rhino

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a Senior Urban Designer & Architect to bridge master planning and architectural design, shaping urban environments and public life.

The candidate will lead master plans, regeneration projects, and mixed-use developments with a focus on sustainable, contextually appropriate design and stakeholder engagement. A Master’s degree and 7–10 years’ experience are required, with SACAP registration desirable.