Senior Architect Job Jobs in South Africa

Introduction

To provide  architectural design services and solutions on construction projects, also restore and conserve old buildings, and develop new ways of using existing buildings. An Architect  also  develops designs and manage the process from conception through to completion. This includes architectural design management, contract management and post-construction work.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Architect work closely with other building professionals, providing architectural design services and solutions on construction projects.
• Negotiate projects, assessing the needs of clients and users, and agree the project brief.
• Design the project, preparing and presenting design proposals using computer-aided design (CAD), REVIT software and traditional methods.
• They may manage projects, obtaining and evaluating contracts.
• Contribute to the design and construction process, including contract management, certification and post-construction work.

• In negotiation they:
• Assess the needs of clients and users and agree the project brief
• Advise on environmental and regulatory legal requirements affecting the project
• Obtain initial approvals from the various authorities
• Produce feasibility studies and surveys
• Advise clients on buying in materials and on forms of contract.

• In designing projects they:
• Prepare and present design proposals using computer-aided design (CAD) and traditional methods
• Lead the design process and co-ordinate detailed design information
• Manage and co-ordinate the design team and professional consultants
• Advise on choosing materials
• Liaise with and produce documentation for statutory and local approval authorities
• Carry out design stage risk assessments.

• In managing projects they:
• Manage or co-ordinate professionals working on a project
• Ensure compliance with design, legal, statutory and professional requirements
• Programme work schedules and carry out inspections at various stages.
• After the construction project is completed, obtain feedback from clients and people using the building, and report on the performance of the contractors.
• Evaluate and advise on refurbishment, repair, reuse, recycling and deconstruction of buildings.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree Architecture, Design or related field + Professional Registration

Package & Remuneration

Negotiable