Senior Design Architect

7 months ago

Cape Town, South Africa GIBB Full time

SVA International is a leading South African Architecture and Urban Design practice, with offices in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Gqeberha. SVA operates extensively throughout the African continent, and is a member of the GIBB Group of companies.

As a Senior Design Architect, you will be responsible for leading and/or work in collaboration with a design team to produce innovative designs across a wide range of building typologies and environments.
- and operator brand standards as necessary for the detail execution of these designs.

Key Performance Areas:

- Produce design and technical information across all the PROCSA Work Stages 1-4 and must display strong creativity in the conceptual design stages.
- Lead the preparation of designs options for cost feasibility studies and designs, prepare full architectural and interior architecture design concepts, and capable of leading the development of the design to the next stages of documentation.
- Creatively design, plan and conceptualize all aspects of assigned projects.
- Consolidate all architectural requirements and specifications, as well as input from other consultants.
- Effectively communicate design intent and concepts to clients and stakeholders.
- Work closely with architectural visualizer(s) and graphic designers in preparation of design presentation material.
- Promote and nurture positive business relationships through effective communication.
- Prepare and maintain copies of completed architectural designs and drawings.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:
Qualification:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design and Architecture.

**Experience**:

- Minimum 10 years of experience in the field, with at least 5 years of experience in a Design Management role.

Core Competencies:

- Proven experience in leading and managing multidisciplinary design teams.
- Strong understanding of design principles, trends, and best practices, with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
- Demonstrated track record of successfully delivering high-quality design projects on time and within budget.
- Be able to lead the preparation of designs options for cost feasibility studies and designs, prepare full architectural and interior architecture design concepts, and capable of leading the development of the design to the next stages of documentation.
- Diligence and attention to detail is critical.
- Advanced Autodesk Revit User including good understanding of massing tools, scheduling, keynotes, design options and all other tools for the documentation of projects from preliminary feasibility studies to technical documentation.
- Proficient in design software and tools, SketchUp or FormIt, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), Autodesk Forma, Autodesk FormIt, and quick visualization software such as Twinmotion for Revit, Lumion or Enscape will be an advantage.
- Minimum working knowledge of collaboration platforms BIM360 & ACC is a must.

Additional Competencies:

- Enthusiastic approach and passion for architectural design excellence and presentation of architectural projects.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members, external consultants and clients.
- Capacity to delegate, lead and manage work to and from junior team members.
- Strong project management abilities, including the ability to prioritise tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Willingness to travel to project locations in the country and abroad as required.
- Adaptability to change and ability to think laterally in a becalmed scenario.

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