Senior Internal Technical

3 days ago

South Africa ZA Saota Full time R800 000 - R1 200 000 per year
SAOTA is internationally recognized for pushing the boundaries of architectural excellence. To further strengthen our commitment to quality, innovation, and mentorship, we're looking for a highly experienced Senior Production & Internal Technical Specialist to play a key leadership role across project teams and technical systems within the practice.

This hybrid role combines core architectural responsibilities with a broader studio-wide technical advisory function, ideal for a confident, detail-oriented professional who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and mentoring others.

About the Role

In addition to project-based architectural duties, this individual will:

  • Provide expert technical input across multiple projects, beyond their assigned ones
  • Attend coordination meetings (internal and external) to resolve technical challenges
  • Participate in key milestone workshops, offering technical critique and advice
  • Review detail drawings before presentation/issue where needed
  • Offer on-demand support to juniors and peers facing technical challenges
  • Dedicate ±15–20% of their time to studio-wide technical initiatives, systems, and mentorship
  • Contribute to developing internal resources like the Engineering Coordination Guide and LMS training materials for junior architects
Leadership & Team Collaboration
  • Collaborate closely with Team Leaders on project coordination and program management
  • Guide architectural development and be accountable for design outputs and deadlines
  • Build strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors
  • Demonstrate leadership by fostering open communication, maintaining team morale, and supporting professional development
Technical Expertise
  • Display deep technical aptitude across all project phases, from documentation to construction
  • Provide solutions aligned with regional regulations and building technologies
  • Drive implementation and refinement of internal systems and workflows
  • Engage with external suppliers to deepen product knowledge and enhance internal databases
  • Guide and mentor team members in coordination, technical detailing, and system understanding
Design Contribution
  • Interpret briefs and support project teams through full architectural services
  • Produce design documentation, including drawings, 3D models, renders, videos, and presentations
  • Maintain consistency and quality in design language and presentation
Studio & Systems Contribution
  • Contribute to SAOTA's internal knowledge-sharing platforms (e.g., Design Fridays)
  • Lead and participate in the implementation of technical standards across the practice
  • Ensure project folders and documentation adhere to company systems
  • Train others on SAOTA systems and emerging technologies
What We're Looking For

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Architectural or Architectural Technologist qualification
  • Minimum of 8 years' post-qualification experience, including leadership roles
  • At least 2 years of working on multidisciplinary projects (locally or internationally)

Essential Skills:

  • High-level knowledge of Revit, Adobe Suite, Twinmotion, AutoCAD & Lumion
  • Excellent technical and design problem-solving ability
  • Strong communication and coordination skills
  • Calm under pressure and able to manage sensitive/confidential information
  • Able to travel when required
  • Confident in presenting and articulating design decisions

Behavioural Attributes:

  • Flexible, proactive, and accountable
  • High level of professionalism and emotional intelligence
  • Strong mentorship mindset and team-oriented approach
  • Resilient and solutions-driven
Why SAOTA?
  • Work in a dynamic, globally respected design studio
  • Engage in meaningful architectural innovation and thought leadership
  • Collaborate with world-class talent across disciplines
  • Enjoy flexible working arrangements and wellness initiatives
  • Contribute to a practice-shaping architecture on a global scale

Ready to take your technical expertise to the next level and help shape the future of architecture at SAOTA? Apply now.

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