Sustainable Design Architect

Placements24

Mossel Bay

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Performance incentives

Professional development support

Health & wellness benefits

Green building certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Sustainable Design Architect to lead environmental initiatives across projects in a fully remote setup. You will develop strategies to minimize environmental impact, improve energy efficiency, and promote occupant well‑being.

Remote role with opportunities to shape pioneering sustainable development, collaborate with global teams, and advance green building certifications through BIM and energy modeling expertise.

Qualifications

Professional Architect registration (SACAP or equivalent) with sustainable design focus.
Minimum 6 years of experience in sustainable architecture and green building practices.
Expert knowledge of green building rating systems and energy analysis tools.
Proficiency in BIM software and energy simulation tools.
Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills.
Passion for environmental stewardship and innovative design.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive sustainable design strategies for all projects.
Conduct environmental impact assessments and energy modeling analysis.
Research and specify sustainable materials, systems, and technologies.
Achieve green building certifications (LEED, Green Star) for projects.
Educate and collaborate with project teams and clients on sustainable design principles.
Stay abreast of the latest green building tech and regulations.

Skills

Sustainable design

Energy modeling

Remote collaboration

Education

SACAP registered Architect

Tools

BIM (Revit)

EnergyPlus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a visionary Sustainable Design Architect to lead their environmental initiatives within a fully remote setting. This role is dedicated to integrating cutting‑edge sustainable practices and green building technologies into all architectural projects. You will be instrumental in developing strategies that minimize environmental impact, enhance energy efficiency, and promote occupant well‑being. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable architecture from the comfort of your home office, working with a forward‑thinking organization committed to ecological responsibility and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive sustainable design strategies for all projects.
Conduct environmental impact assessments and energy modeling analysis.
Research and specify sustainable materials, systems, and technologies.
Achieve green building certifications (e.g., LEED, Green Star) for projects.
Educate and collaborate with project teams and clients on sustainable design principles.
Stay abreast of the latest advancements in green building technologies and environmental regulations.

Requirements

Professional Architect registration (SACAP or equivalent) with a strong portfolio in sustainable design.
Minimum of 6 years of experience, with a significant focus on sustainable architecture and green building practices.
Expert knowledge of green building rating systems and environmental performance analysis tools.
Proficiency in BIM software and energy simulation tools.
Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills, with experience in remote collaboration.
Passion for environmental stewardship and innovative design solutions.

Benefits