Design Architect (Cape Town)

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**Overview** This document outlines the role of a Design Architect at GIBB Engineering and Architecture in Cape Town. The role focuses on leading the conceptualization and design development of complex architectural projects across various sectors. **What you will do** * Lead the conceptualization and design development of complex architectural projects across a range of sectors. * Produce architectural design and technical information across PROCSA Work Stages 1–4. * Develop innovative architectural concepts that respond to client objectives, operational requirements, commercial viability and environmental considerations. * Prepare and present design concepts, feasibility studies, masterplans and architectural proposals to clients and stakeholders. * Lead the preparation and evaluation of design options and develop preferred concepts through schematic and developed design. * Coordinate architectural design with multidisciplinary consultant teams and ensure the integration of engineering, sustainability and specialist requirements. * Maintain design intent throughout the project lifecycle. * Collaborate with architectural visualisers and graphic designers to produce high-quality presentation material. * Mentor junior team members and contribute to the continued development of design capability within the studio. * Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants and project stakeholders. * Contribute to competitions, proposals and business development initiatives where required. **Requirements (from the original advert)** **Qualifications** * Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture. * Professional registration with SACAP **Experience** * Minimum 5–8 years' post-qualification experience in architectural design. * Demonstrated experience delivering complex architectural projects through feasibility, concept and developed design stages. * Experience working within multidisciplinary design teams. * Experience presenting architectural concepts to clients and facilitating design reviews. **Technical Skills** * Advanced Autodesk Revit skills, including conceptual massing, design options, schedules and documentation workflows. * Strong working knowledge of SketchUp, Autodesk FormIt and Autodesk Forma. * Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. * Experience with visualisation software such as Twinmotion, Lumion or Enscape. * Working knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud ACC and BIM 360. * Good understanding of BIM processes and collaborative digital project delivery. **Core Competencies** * Exceptional conceptual design ability supported by a strong portfolio of completed projects. * Demonstrated experience designing complex buildings across a range of sectors and scales. * Strong understanding of architectural design principles, spatial planning, urban design and placemaking. * Ability to balance creativity with technical feasibility, commercial objectives and buildability. * Excellent presentation, communication and stakeholder engagement skills. * Strong leadership, mentoring and collaboration abilities. * High level of attention to detail and commitment to design excellence. * Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced project environment. **Personal Attributes** * Passion for architecture and design excellence. * Innovative thinker with strong creative problem-solving abilities. * Adaptable, collaborative and proactive. * Commercially aware with a client-focused approach. * Committed to continuous learning and the adoption of new technologies and digital design tools. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a professionally registered architect (SACAP) holding a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture, with a minimum of 5-8 years of post-qualification experience in architectural design. Applicants should demonstrate experience in delivering complex architectural projects through feasibility, concept, and developed design stages, alongside experience working within multidisciplinary design teams and presenting architectural concepts to clients. Required technical skills include advanced Autodesk Revit, strong working knowledge of SketchUp, Autodesk FormIt, Autodesk Forma, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, experience with visualisation software (e.g., Twinmotion, Lumion, Enscape), and working knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud ACC and BIM 360, coupled with a good understanding of BIM processes. Core competencies include exceptional conceptual design ability, a strong portfolio, understanding of architectural design principles, ability to balance creativity with technical feasibility, excellent presentation, communication, leadership, mentoring, and collaboration skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Ideal personal attributes include a passion for design excellence, innovative thinking, adaptability, a proactive and client-focused approach, and a commitment to continuous learning in digital design tools. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/design-architect-cape-town-gibb-engineering-and-architecture-1 Source: myjobmag

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