Professional Architect x1
- Job Title: Professional Architect Grade A
- Reference Number: PWI 25/31
- Department: OSD Project Management Unit
- Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
- Job Type: Permanent
- Salary: R772,572 per annum (OSD) – All-inclusive package
Job Overview:
The OSD Project Management Unit is seeking a qualified and registered Professional Architect to lead architectural activities on state-owned or leased buildings. The role involves coordinating professional teams, ensuring legal and safety compliance, providing expert architectural advice, and overseeing design quality and standards. The incumbent will also play a key role in mentoring candidate architects and managing architectural resources and budgets.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or equivalent (NQF Level 7)
Registration with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) as a Professional Architect
Valid driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities)
Strong competencies in project management, architectural design, legal compliance, and team leadership
Key Responsibilities:
Perform architectural duties on state-owned or leased buildings, structures, or facilities
Coordinate and lead professional teams on architectural matters
Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and health regulations
Provide architectural advice and technical support for problem-solving and design evaluations
Develop and implement architectural policies, methods, and quality standards
Review architectural plans, drawings, and specifications prepared by designers and sub-professionals
Mentor and train candidate architects and related personnel to promote skills development and adherence to professional standards
Supervise architectural work and manage performance and development of staff
Manage office administration, resource planning, and budget control
Ensure compliance with procurement and human resource procedures
Conduct continuous professional development and research to stay current with architectural technologies
Liaise with professional councils and bodies on architectural matters
Support candidates in registering as professional architects with SACAP
Core Competencies:
Programme and project management
Architectural design and analysis
Legal compliance and quality assurance
Leadership and people management
Financial management and resource planning
Communication and stakeholder engagement
Problem solving and innovation
Change management and team development
Enquiries:
Mr. A Mackay – Tel: (051) 492 3718