58 Architectural Hiring jobs in South Africa

Company Description

Bomax is a multi-award winning firm of dedicated and experienced architects pursuing a unique contemporary style of minimalist architecture. Founded in 2000 by Dion Max Walters, the studio is directed alongside partner Joshua Brodie. Located on the corner of bustling Pepper & Bree Street, Cape Town, Bomax boasts a consistent portfolio of local and international design projects, including commercial buildings, upmarket residential homes, retail interiors, and urban designs. At Bomax, we are creativity agents, executing the art of architecture.

Role Description

• Assist in the development of design concepts and presentations for various architectural projects
• Collaborate with senior architects and project managers to ensure the successful execution of design intent
• Conduct research and analysis to inform design decisions, including site analysis and material selection
• Participate in project meetings, documenting decisions and action items to support project progress
• Prepare and assist in the creation of architectural drawings, models, and renderings using design software
• Support the team in maintaining project schedules and deliverables, ensuring timely completion of tasks

Required:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Architecture or a related field
• Strong interest in architectural design and sustainability practices
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or SketchUp
• Proficient in creating 2D and 3D architectural drawings and models
• Understanding of current architectural trends, materials, and construction methods
• Basic knowledge of sustainable design and green building practices

Preferred:

• Experience with graphic design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite
• Familiarity with building codes and regulations
• Previous internship experience in an architectural firm is a plus

Primary purpose of the job

To provide an outstanding service to all built environment professionals, decision makers and clients by creating an awareness of, and high degree of preference for the Safal steel brand and product range.

To conduct oneself at all times in line with acceptable behaviour of a Company Ambassador at all levels of interaction.

Main Responsibilities

• Developing relationships & providing solutions to all decision makers within the professional arena by selling the company, its services, its products and brands, and its expertise.
• Marketing the endorsements & the development of specifications, which Favour Safal Group brands and products.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of regional sales & marketing plans, which will support and contribute to the National Business objectives & National Marketing Strategy.
• Assisting in compiling a national marketing strategy aimed at the professional sector and in creative execution of the agreed campaign.
• Managing, updating and controlling implementation documentation of Safal Steel's Building Solutions digital marketing on a national basis, including the management of the blog, website design, content updates, and digital marketing campaigns.
• Obtaining new projects through the effective management of the portfolio's top clients.
• Calling on professionals.
• Achieving accepted "hit" rates for both sector reach and project conversion through cold calling, and the effective use of marketing and CRM tools, with the ultimate aim of achieving company profitability & objectives.
• To inform the Professional sector and other product specifiers of the product benefits and features as well as correct application for our product range, to ensure that Safal Steel's Building Solutions specifications are applied on projects and tenders (or RFP).
• Maintaining and fostering relationships with existing and new professionals.
• Exceeding individual potential and company objectives.
• Developing, gathering and sharing of market intelligence with all stakeholders.
• Communicating and assistance in resolving customer complaints arising from the professional sector.
• Assimilation of required reporting & information for marketing purposes.
• Attendance in and participation of stock takes, conference attendance and training sessions.
• Any other duties and tasks as assigned by management from time to time.

Key competencies and skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills & communication skills
• Excellent planning and organizing skills.
• Creativity & Design.
• Sound knowledge of the industry / production processes of the business;
• Excellent interpersonal skills & communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills

Additional/specific work requirements

• Valid Driver's licence
• Own vehicle

Qualifications required:

• Minimum academic qualification: Degree-level qualification in marketing or architectural design.
• Qualifications as an added advantage: Auto-CAD

Experience required:

• General work experience (years): 05 – 10 Years in Technical Field or related area.
• Specific to the position (level/discipline/years): At least 5 years' experience in Business to Business Marketing in the built environment / roofing /related industry
• Industry: Built Environment

Computer literacy:

• MS Office
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• SAP (advantageous)

Auto-cad

Language requirements

• English

Zietsman Architects, based in Durban North, is currently seeking a motivated Intern Architectural Draughtsperson to join their professional team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate eager to gain practical experience in the architectural field.

Position Details:

• Location: Durban North, Durban
• Employment Type: Internship (Full-time)
• Start Date: Immediate / Negotiable
• Duration: As per training requirement

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation of detailed architectural and technical drawings under the guidance of senior staff.
• Support project teams in drafting layouts, elevations, and construction documentation.
• Help with revisions, plotting, and digital filing of drawings.
• Conduct site measurements and assist with project coordination.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with SACAP and building regulation standards.

Requirements:

• Completed a National Diploma / Certificate in Architectural Draughting or Architectural Technology.
• Competent and familiar with AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of building detailing, technical accuracy, and drawing conventions.
• High attention to detail and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.

What the Company Offers:

• Mentorship from experienced architectural professionals.
• Exposure to real-world projects from concept to construction.
• A structured environment to support SACAP registration or logbook completion.
• Stipend/Salary: Negotiable based on qualification.
• A collaborative office culture that encourages learning and growth.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to send their CV, portfolio, and academic transcript to with the subject line "Application – Intern Draughtsperson."

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Overall Purpose of the Position:

To lead the architectural design and technical execution of new builds, refurbishments, and upgrades across TradeOn's national portfolio. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards, optimises design for operational efficiency, and supports rapid deployment aligned with Franchisor specifications and QSR best practices.

Key Performance Areas (KPAs) & Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Design & Technical Execution

• Translating concept designs into detailed technical drawings using Revit LT.

• Ensuring all plans meet Franchisor brand standards and operational requirements.

• Integrating interior architecture and workflow optimisation into designs that comply with Franchisor specifications, ensuring operational efficiency and brand consistency across all restaurants.

Regulatory Compliance

• Preparing and submitting building and signage plans for council approval across South Africa.

• Ensuring full compliance with SANS 10400, National Building Regulations, and municipal bylaws.

• Liaising with local authorities to secure approvals and occupation certificates.

Project Coordination

• Collaborating with various internal department (Operations, Facilities, Marketing) and external consultants and stakeholders.

• Managing multiple projects from proposal to construction, ensuring timelines and budgets are met, while ensuring all designs and construction activities adhere to Franchisor development guidelines, including layout, signage, and material specifications.

• Conducting site inspections and providing technical oversight during construction phases.

Innovation & Efficiency

• Applying modular design principles where feasible to accelerate build timelines.

• Continuously improving design standards based on feedback from field operations and post-occupancy evaluations

Stakeholder Engagement & Team Support

• Presenting design concepts and technical drawings to all relevant stakeholders.

• Supporting junior team members or external collaborators with technical guidance and quality assurance.

• Contributing to team knowledge-sharing and development.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintaining accurate records of drawings, submissions, approvals, and revisions.

• Providing regular progress updates to the EXCO and relevant stakeholders.

• Ensuring all documentation aligns with Company policies, compliance standards and Franchisor specifications, including approved design templates, signage standards and build protocols

Ideal Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in Architecture.

•
Non-negotiable:
SACAP registration as a Professional Senior Architectural Technologist
(PrArchTech)
or Professional Architectural Technologist
(PrArchT)

•
Non-negotiable:
Must be legally authorized to sign off building plans independently and proven track record of council submissions

• 5 years' experience in architectural design and documentation, preferably within retail or QSR environments.

• Advanced proficiency in Revit LT and AutoCAD.

• Well-versed in council submission processes and building regulations.

• Experience in modular or prefabricated construction methods is advantageous.

• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel nationally

Key Personal Inherent Characteristics

• Highly organised and detail-oriented.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

• Problem-solver with a passion for QSR design innovation

Join Our Team at TradeOn

Location:
 Kuilsriver, Cape Town

Contract Type:
Permanent

Application Deadline: 31
October 2025

Please include the job title, notice period and gross salary expectations in your application and send your CV to:

If you do not receive feedback within one month of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

TradeOn reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement or not fill the vacancy at any stage of the recruitment process.

We are committed to achieving our employment equity goals, which will be considered throughout the recruitment process.

By submitting your application, you consent to TradeOn processing your personal information for recruitment purposes. This includes consideration for the advertised role and other suitable opportunities within the organisation. TradeOn complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), and your information will be used solely for lawful and legitimate recruitment activities.

Our firm's small but highly skilled and innovative team of young and ambitious architectural professionals is currently stretched to the limits of our capacity. We are thus looking to grow the team with the addition of a new "network partner" who can assist with projects on an ad-hoc contract basis. This is not a full-time position to start with, but successful candidates can grow with the firm and transition to permanent roles.

Successful applicants would assist with architectural work as needed on a per-project contract basis. The work would be part-time and can be done remotely, but high performers would be eligible to be allocated a greater share of projects in the future and
can grow with the firm with the option of transitioning to permanent roles in the future
. Hours would be flexible, provided that deadlines are met.

Work would be allocated based on need and skills, but could include anything from concept design to council and construction drawings. The majority of projects will be new-build up-market single family residential in a contemporary style, but we do take on a variety of other typologies also.

Remuneration would be based on an agreed percentage of the fees on a given project as allocated to the task performed or hourly rates, depending on the nature of the project.

Successful candidates must:

-Have a minimum of 3 years' full-time experience working at an architectural firm.

-Be highly proficient in Autodesk Revit

-Be SACAP registered (Candidates are unlikely to be successful).

-Be able to work remotely using their own computers, software, internet, etc.

-Be resident in South Africa and knowledgeable of South African building codes and council requirements.

-Be highly motivated and independent to work without constant supervision.

-Proficiency in Autocad, Sketchup, Photoshop, Lumion, Twinmotion and Excel would be beneficial.

-Experience with residential typologies would be beneficial.

Interested applicants must please send a digital CV and portfolio to -

Start date: 01 November 2025

Remuneration: Experience based

Minimum requirements

• Proficiency in the following:

• Autocad
• Sketchup
• Lumion
• Microsoft Office

• Driver's license and own vehicle.

• Communication skills in english and afrikaans speaking, reading and writing.

• Diploma/Degree in architectural technology.

• SACAP registration not required.

Key roles

• Producing computer-based presentation drawings.

• Producing and checking technical documentation for municipal submission.

• Producing and checking technical documentation for construction.

• Producing in-house three-dimensional drawings.

• Ensuring that technical documentation is in line with the national building regulations.

• Manage municipal submissions and liaising with clients, consultants, contractors and local authorities.

Candidates are to email their cv and portfolio to with subject line "Application For Employment".

We're Hiring – Architectural Technologist / Draftsman (Contract Basis)

Linea Architectural Services is looking for a skilled Architectural Technologist / Draftsman to join our team on a contract basis. The role involves the production of As-Built Drawings from 3D Laser Scan Point Clouds.

Requirements:

Proficiency in Autodesk Revit (Revit-based office)

Minimum 1 year experience producing drawings from 3D Laser Scan Point Clouds

A high-performance PC (i5/i7 CPU, 4–6GB graphics card, 32GB RAM, 500GB SSD)

Reliable fibre internet (100Mbps+) for handling large files (50GB+)

If you meet the criteria, please send your CV and work samples to:

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: R10 000,00 - R30 000,00 per month

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Work Location: Remote

Architectural Intern

52 Orchard St, Newlands, Cape Town | Onsite | Full-time

About Us

SDKS is an architectural firm based in Newlands, Cape Town, with over 33 years of experience delivering thoughtful, creative design solutions. Our work spans public, social, commercial, educational, and residential sectors, and we are currently involved in a variety of private and public sector projects.

Role Overview

We're looking for a full-time
Architectural Intern
to join our team, based in our Cape Town Studio in Newlands. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience, contribute to real projects and develop your skills.

Key Tasks

The list of tasks you will assist with includes, but is not limited to, the following:

· Preparing accurate architectural drawings using Revit.

· Creating concept sketches and visuals for smaller projects to present to clients.

· Assisting with submissions to Local Authorities (CoCT, HWC).

· Ensuring designs comply with local building regulations and zoning laws.

· Scoping and measuring existing buildings on site.

· Attending meetings and compiling detailed minutes.

· Communicating with clients, professional service providers, building contractors, subcontractors, sales representatives and other stakeholders.

· Participating in team design discussions and ongoing processes.

· Researching materials and specifications to support recommendations for SDKS projects.

· Cross-checking information in spreadsheets, bills of quantities (from the QS), and drawings from engineers, land surveyors, and product manufacturers (e.g. shop drawings).

· Supporting general office operations, including filing drawings and documents, maintaining a tidy workspace, offering tea and coffee to clients, and answering calls and taking messages.

Additional tasks that you may be involved with:

· Assisting with heritage and adaptive reuse research and report writing.

Who We're Looking For

This position is ideal for someone who:

· Has completed, or is close to completing, an undergraduate degree in Architecture, and may already have some practical experience.

· Has proficiency in Revit and Microsoft Office Suite.

· Has some experience with taking measurements on site.

· Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Can work both collaboratively and independently.

· Is proactive, curious, willing to ask questions and contribute across a variety of tasks.

· Maintains an organised approach to office and administrative tasks.

· Is comfortable working in a pet-friendly home office.

· Has a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle (preferred).

Advantageous / Nice-to-Have

· Exposure to historic or environmental research.

· Experience with 3D rendering and graphic presentation tools e.g. Adobe Photoshop.

· Strong, growing understanding of building materials and technical detailing.

What You'll Gain

· Mentorship and guidance from experienced, registered architects.

· Experience in most (if not all) project stages, from concept to construction.

· Exposure to heritage, sustainable and innovative design practices.

· Development of practical skills, including drafting, research, communication and office workflow.

· Valuable insight and experience to support early career growth or your path to becoming a registered architectural technologist or professional.

How to Apply

Please send us the following:

·
Cover letter:
No more than half a page. Tell us about yourself – yes, the real you, not ChatGPT's idea of you, and why you would like to work with us.

·
CV:
No more than two pages.

· Matric and tertiary
academic transcripts
.

·
Portfolio:
Selected work in a single PDF (max 20MB), including some of your most recent projects.

Email your application to -
with the subject line: "Internship Application – (Your Name)".

Application deadline: 21
th
October 2025.

We're looking to start the internship from 17
th
November, but can be flexible for the right candidate.

Overall Purpose of the Position:

To lead the architectural design and technical execution of new builds, refurbishments, and upgrades across TradeOn's national portfolio. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards, optimises design for operational efficiency, and supports rapid deployment aligned with Franchisor specifications and QSR best practices.

Key Performance Areas (KPAs) & Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Design & Technical Execution

• Translating concept designs into detailed technical drawings using Revit LT.
• Ensuring all plans meet Franchisor brand standards and operational requirements.
• Integrating interior architecture and workflow optimisation into designs that comply with Franchisor specifications, ensuring operational efficiency and brand consistency across all restaurants.

Regulatory Compliance

• Preparing and submitting building and signage plans for council approval across South Africa.
• Ensuring full compliance with SANS 10400, National Building Regulations, and municipal bylaws.
• Liaising with local authorities to secure approvals and occupation certificates.

Project Coordination

• Collaborating with various internal department (Operations, Facilities, Marketing) and external consultants and stakeholders.
• Managing multiple projects from proposal to construction, ensuring timelines and budgets are met, while ensuring all designs and construction activities adhere to Franchisor development guidelines, including layout, signage, and material specifications.
• Conducting site inspections and providing technical oversight during construction phases.

Innovation & Efficiency

• Applying modular design principles where feasible to accelerate build timelines.
• Continuously improving design standards based on feedback from field operations and post-occupancy evaluations

Stakeholder Engagement & Team Support

• Presenting design concepts and technical drawings to all relevant stakeholders.
• Supporting junior team members or external collaborators with technical guidance and quality assurance.
• Contributing to team knowledge-sharing and development.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintaining accurate records of drawings, submissions, approvals, and revisions.
• Providing regular progress updates to the EXCO and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensuring all documentation aligns with Company policies, compliance standards and Franchisor specifications, including approved design templates, signage standards and build protocols

Ideal Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in Architecture.
• SACAP registration as a Professional Senior Architectural Technologist (PrArchTech) or Professional Architectural Technologist (PrArchT)
• Must be legally authorized to sign off building plans independently and proven track record of council submissions
• 5 years' experience in architectural design and documentation, preferably within retail or QSR environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit LT and AutoCAD.
• Well-versed in council submission processes and building regulations.
• Experience in modular or prefabricated construction methods is advantageous.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel nationally

Key Personal Inherent Characteristics

• Highly organised and detail oriented.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Problem-solver with a passion for QSR design innovation.

Join Our Team at TradeOn

Location: Kuilsriver, Cape Town

Contract Type: Permanent

Application Deadline: 01 October 2025

If you do not receive feedback within one month of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

TradeOn reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement or not fill the vacancy at any stage of the recruitment process.

We are committed to achieving our employment equity goals, which will be considered throughout the recruitment process.

By submitting your application, you consent to TradeOn processing your personal information for recruitment purposes. This includes consideration for the advertised role and other suitable opportunities within the organisation. TradeOn complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), and your information will be used solely for lawful and legitimate recruitment activities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

• What is your notice period?
• What are your GROSS salary expectations (before deductions)?
• Do you hold a bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Architecture?
• Are you legally authorized to sign off building plans independently?
• Do you have at least 5 years of experience in architectural design and documentation?
• Are you well-versed in council submission processes and building regulations?
• Do you have experience with modular or prefabricated construction methods?
• Are you willing and able to travel nationally for work?
• Are you currently registered with SACAP as a: Professional Senior Architectural Technologist (PrArchTech), or Professional Architectural Technologist (PrArchT)?

Work Location: In person