Our client are a leading multidisciplinary organisation specialising in Architecture and Engineering who are looking for a Principal Architect for their office in Cape Town.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading project teams towards the successful delivery of complex high end, building projects Review drawings, renderings, layouts, study models, construction documents prepared by Architectural Designers
• Ensures compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements
• Co-ordinating and reviewing and incorporating consultants and disciplines work
• Performing a variety of assignments such as conducting architectural studies, developing design concepts and design criteria, and preparing related reports
• Direct, organise and mentor junior staff with responsibility
• Interpret design concepts by collaborating with the project team and translate them into workable construction systems and detailing, while maintaining design intent and advocating for design excellence
• Work with team members to identify objectives, develop opinions, and formulate creative solutions
• Performing QA/QC reviews of project deliverables Design delivery management

Core Competencies

• Able to demonstrate extensive experience of working on large scale projects in the GCC and Africa regions with a diverse architectural portfolio
• Creative design abilities - knowledge in building design, detailing and construction
• Knowledge of international building codes, planning laws and materials
• Demonstrate excellent problem-solving capabilities
• Proven track record of task and project management to meet delivery dates
• Excellent project and team management skills

Key Requirements

• Minimum of 15 - 20 years’ experience of working within a reputable Architectural / Engineering consultancy firm
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• Professional experience in (but not limited to) mixed-use, residential, commercial, healthcare and hospitality projects