Permanent
Architectural Technologist or Architect
Unknown, Western Cape
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About this role
Employer: M3 Human Capital Management
A well-established multi disciplinary practise, is seeking to appoint either an Architectural Technologist or a fully qualified Architect to join their team in Paarl. This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong professional who enjoys working on complex, multidisciplinary projects within the industrial, manufacturing, and food & beverage sectors. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative team delivering high-quality projects for leading clients.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare, develop, and refine detailed architectural drawings, layouts, and technical documentation across various project stages (concept, design development, and construction).
• Produce accurate working drawings, schedules, and specifications to support project execution.
• Coordinate and integrate architectural designs with structural, mechanical, electrical, and process engineering disciplines to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Review and interpret technical information, identifying and resolving design clashes and coordination issues.
• Ensure all designs comply with SANS standards, local building regulations, statutory requirements, and client specifications.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of building plans and supporting documentation to local authorities, and manage related approvals.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and surveys to monitor progress, verify compliance, and resolve technical challenges on-site.
• Engage with contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to address queries and provide technical guidance during construction.
• Support project managers in tracking deliverables, timelines, and documentation requirements.
• Contribute to quality assurance processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency of drawings and documentation.
• Assist with as-built drawings, project close-out documentation, and handover requirements.
• Maintain organised project records and ensure proper document control using relevant systems (e.g. ACC).
Requirements:
Applications are invited from candidates with either of the following qualifications:
*•* *Architectural Technologist*
- A 3-year accredited qualification OR
*•* *Architect*
- Professional Master’s Degree in Architecture
Additional requirements:
• SACAP registration (or eligibility) advantageous;
• Minimum 2–5 years’ relevant experience;
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit (essential);
• Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) advantageous;
• Strong understanding of SANS regulations, construction methods, and detailing;
• Experience in industrial or commercial projects beneficial.
Please apply online at www.m3online.co.za before 09:00 on 8 April 2026.
For general enquiries, contact our team at M3 Human Capital Management on XXX-XXXX.
*Please note that only shortlisted candidates are contacted. If you don’t hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application was unsuccessful.*