10 Architectural Designer jobs in South Africa

Job Information
Minimum experience: 3 years
Job Type: Full time
City: Cape Town and Johannesburg

The opportunity:
Don’t miss this opportunity to work for a leading design-led studio working on iconic projects in multiple sectors and locations in South Africa and internationally. Our designs have shaped city skylines and raised the bar for architectural design across the country. We’re looking for new talent to boost our capacity as we embark on a series of exciting projects. If your portfolio showcases your design capability and your CV fits our criteria, get in touch today.

The role:
We’re looking for a talented and experienced senior design architect. You will be involved in the design from Stage 1 to Stage 4 on major projects that reflect dhk’s leading reputation as a design-led studio. Your portfolio must showcase your ability to take a concept sketch and turn it into a fully expressed design, demonstrating innovative approaches and creative thinking from concept to completion.

Your experience:
We will consider you if:

1. You are a SACAP-registered Professional Architect with a minimum of ten years post-qualification experience.
2. You can demonstrate a fine eye for design with creative flair and elegant articulation.
3. You have led projects and managed teams, applying your extensive design skills to achieve sophisticated design outcomes.
4. You have a sound understanding of technical and commercial feasibility.
5. Your experience includes involvement in projects from design stage to construction, with a track record of working on complex, large-scale projects in various sectors.
6. You can balance a strong aesthetic sensitivity with thorough technical knowledge.
7. You have an intimate understanding of building systems and materials, alongside detailed knowledge of industry standards and codes.

Your personality:
Apply for this role if you:

1. Have a global mindset and proactive approach, with a client-centric attitude.
2. Can demonstrate considerable project management skills.
3. Are an effective communicator, expressing ideas and instructions clearly to colleagues.
4. Thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
5. Can self-manage your responsibilities and enjoy working with teams.
6. Have exemplary time-management skills and outstanding delivery skills.

Requirements

Technical requirements:
• Fully proficient in Revit and BIM CDE. This is non-negotiable.
• A thorough understanding of collaboration techniques, modelling techniques, and Revit best practices is expected. All interviewed candidates must undergo a Revit assessment and demonstrate proficiency in other Autodesk software.

Other requirements:
• Fluent in English.
• Prepared to travel when necessary.
• Eligible to work in South Africa.

Job Information
Minimum experience: 3 years
Job Type: Full time
City: Cape Town and Johannesburg

The opportunity:
Don’t miss this opportunity to work for a leading design-led studio working on iconic projects in multiple sectors and locations in South Africa and internationally. Our designs have shaped city skylines and raised the bar for architectural design across the country. We’re looking for new talent to boost our capacity as we embark on a series of exciting projects. If your portfolio showcases your design capability and your CV fits our criteria, get in touch today.

The role:
We’re looking for a talented and experienced senior design architect. You will be involved in the design from Stage 1 to Stage 4 on major projects that reflect dhk’s leading reputation as a design-led studio. Your portfolio must showcase your ability to take a concept sketch and turn it into a fully expressed design, demonstrating innovative approaches and creative thinking from concept to completion.

Your experience:
We will consider you if:

1. You are a SACAP-registered Professional Architect with a minimum of ten years post-qualification experience.
2. You can demonstrate a fine eye for design with creative flair and elegant articulation.
3. You have led projects and managed teams, applying your extensive design skills to achieve sophisticated design outcomes.
4. You have a sound understanding of technical and commercial feasibility.
5. Your experience includes involvement in projects from design stage to construction, with a track record of working on complex, large-scale projects in various sectors.
6. You can balance a strong aesthetic sensitivity with thorough technical knowledge.
7. You have an intimate understanding of building systems and materials, alongside detailed knowledge of industry standards and codes.

Your personality:
Apply for this role if you:

1. Have a global mindset and proactive approach, with a client-centric attitude.
2. Can demonstrate considerable project management skills.
3. Are an effective communicator, expressing ideas and instructions clearly to colleagues.
4. Thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
5. Can self-manage your responsibilities and enjoy working with teams.
6. Have exemplary time-management skills and outstanding delivery skills.

Requirements

Technical requirements:
• Fully proficient in Revit and BIM CDE. This is non-negotiable.
• A thorough understanding of collaboration techniques, modelling techniques, and Revit best practices is expected. All interviewed candidates must undergo a Revit assessment and demonstrate proficiency in other Autodesk software.

Other requirements:
• Fluent in English.
• Prepared to travel when necessary.
• Eligible to work in South Africa.

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Listing Architect: GSQUARED ARCHITECTS

GSQUARED Architects are seeking a Professional Design Architect to join our team in de Waterkant, Cape Town.

The following skills and experience are required:

1. Minimum 3 – 5 years continuous experience.
2. Proficiency in REVIT – additional software beneficial (Lumion, Twinmotion).
3. Experience through all stages of the project cycle, from inception to construction.
4. Experience with local authority planning procedures.
5. A thorough and comprehensive understanding of SANS and building regulations.

The successful candidate will be:

1. A team player who is energetic, hardworking, creative, self-motivated and able to work independently.
2. Able to prepare drawings and documentation of a high standard.
3. Computer literate, have good administration skills and excellent communication skills.
4. Someone who is willing to continue learning to enhance their skills, and who is looking for experience across all stages of projects.
5. A solution-driven problem solver.

Please send your CV and a portfolio to Potential candidates will be sent an application form.

VTG is seeking a Design Network Architect to support a Navy mission-critical program in either Washington, DC; King George, VA or College Park, MD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Center Infrastructure: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of data center infrastructure to ensure high availability, scalability, and security.

• Systems Deployment: Manage the deployment of IT systems, ensuring they meet performance, security, and compliance standards.

• Software Development: Lead software development projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet customer requirements.

• Network Engineering: Oversee network engineering efforts, including the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure and reliable network infrastructure.

• Team Leadership: Provide leadership and mentorship to technical teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including DoD representatives, to understand requirements and deliver solutions that meet their needs.

• Compliance: Ensure all IT operations comply with DoD regulations and industry best practices.

• Microsoft: Experience with domain design with OUs, GPOs, DNS, User Accounts and PKI Management.

• Cisco: Experience with routing & switching, and a good understanding of Software Defined Networking.

• VMware: Ability to design and implement vSphere Hypervisor Environments, and integrate VMware with Shared Storage and Network Environments.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

• 10+ years of experience in IT management, with a focus on data center infrastructure, systems deployment, software development, and network engineering.

• Strong understanding of DoD requirements and regulations.

• Proven track record of leading and managing technical teams.

• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher required.

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).

Pay Range: VTG’s estimated starting pay range is $80,000 - $200,000 which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.

VTG is seeking a Design Network Architect to support a Navy mission-critical program in either Washington, DC; King George, VA or College Park, MD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Center Infrastructure: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of data center infrastructure to ensure high availability, scalability, and security.

• Systems Deployment: Manage the deployment of IT systems, ensuring they meet performance, security, and compliance standards.

• Software Development: Lead software development projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet customer requirements.

• Network Engineering: Oversee network engineering efforts, including the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure and reliable network infrastructure.

• Team Leadership: Provide leadership and mentorship to technical teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including DoD representatives, to understand requirements and deliver solutions that meet their needs.

• Compliance: Ensure all IT operations comply with DoD regulations and industry best practices.

• Microsoft: Experience with domain design with OUs, GPOs, DNS, User Accounts and PKI Management.

• Cisco: Experience with routing & switching, and a good understanding of Software Defined Networking.

• VMware: Ability to design and implement vSphere Hypervisor Environments, and integrate VMware with Shared Storage and Network Environments.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

• 10+ years of experience in IT management, with a focus on data center infrastructure, systems deployment, software development, and network engineering.

• Strong understanding of DoD requirements and regulations.

• Proven track record of leading and managing technical teams.

• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher required.

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).

Pay Range: VTG’s estimated starting pay range is $80,000 - $200,000 which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.