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INK ARCHITECTS

INK ARCHITECTS are looking for an architect, or architecture student with a BAS degree, to work on an office interior project in Parktown Johannesburg. Must be proficient in Auto Cad , Photoshop , SketchUp.

Any other software would be an advantage.

Please contact George Boorsma cell: 082 802 9840
Email : jasmeeta@inkdesignlab.co.za

LECTURER: ARCHITECTURE

School of Architecture, Planning and Geomatics

Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment

The School of Architecture Planning and Geomatics at the University of Cape Town is committed to socially-just design and planning in the development of a post-apartheid South Africa. Through our teaching, research, and interactions, we aim to advance APG as an established space for critical thought and strive to create relevant societal, economic, and environmental positions. We are dedicated to developing outstanding graduates and scholars who can make a progressive contribution through their work and practice.

The School of Architecture, Planning & Geomatics offers an undergraduate and two postgraduate qualifications in architecture that is aligned to the professional registration categories of the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP). We seek to appoint full-time academics within the architectural programme at lecturer level. We are looking for candidates who can add new dimensions to the teaching of architecture and who bring a dedication to innovation, cross-disciplinary work, and diversity.

We seek applications from architects in practice and/or academia who can make contributions in streams such as design, theory, technology, environmental design, and professional practice.

At least one of the positions is for the appointment of a candidate who focuses on and can teach building technology and construction.

Successful applicants will be expected to participate actively in the intellectual life of the school. Full-time members of staff are required to carry a full teaching load that includes studio as well as coursework teaching, to produce research outcomes, to engage in socially responsive activities, and to contribute to management and leadership at a level appropriate to their academic rank.

Applicants should describe their strengths in terms of the architectural knowledge stream that they best see themselves contributing to. They should explain their pedagogical position and approach to teaching in architecture in relation to studio and coursework respectively. They should provide evidence of engagement with, and commitment to, architectural research and education.

Requirements:

• a Masters' degree (professional) or 5-year Bachelors’ degree in architecture or equivalent
• a minimum of three years post professional qualification practice experience
• previous teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, or evidence of tutoring and/or examining
• demonstrated outputs in one or more of the following: - research; social responsiveness and or creative practice

The annual cost of employment, inclusive of all benefits, is R853 709.

To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to Ms Abigail Dixon at recruitment03@uct.ac.za

• UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc);
• a detailed curriculum vitae;
• a 1-2 page statement of interest, specifying the relevance of the applicant’s experience to the School with a description of research, teaching, etc;
• a 10-page, digital portfolio of representative work, teaching and/or publications.

Please ensure the title and reference number are indicated in the subject line. An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete and might not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may be required to undergo competency assessments, including a short open presentation to the School.

UCT is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf.

UCT reserves the right not to appoint.

SENIOR LECTURER: ARCHITECTURE

School of Architecture, Planning and Geomatics

Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment

The School of Architecture Planning and Geomatics at the University of Cape Town is committed to socially-just design and planning in the development of a post-apartheid South Africa. Through our teaching, research, and interactions, we aim to advance APG as an established space for critical thought and strive to create relevant societal, economic, and environmental positions. We are dedicated to developing outstanding graduates and scholars who can make a progressive contribution through their work and practice.

The School of Architecture, Planning & Geomatics offers an undergraduate and two postgraduate qualifications in architecture that is aligned to the professional registration categories of the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP). We seek to appoint full-time academics within the architectural programme at senior lecturer level. We are looking for candidates who can add new dimensions to the teaching of architecture and who bring a dedication to innovation, cross-disciplinary work, and diversity.

We seek applications from architects in practice and/or academia who can make contributions in streams such as design, theory, technology, environmental design, and professional practice.

At least one of the positions is for the appointment of a candidate who focuses on and can teach building technology and construction.

Successful applicants will be expected to participate actively in the intellectual life of the school. Full-time members of staff are required to carry a full teaching load that includes studio as well as coursework teaching, to produce research outcomes, to engage in socially responsive activities, and to contribute to management and leadership at a level appropriate to their academic rank.

Applicants should describe their strengths in terms of the architectural knowledge stream that they best see themselves contributing to. They should explain their pedagogical position and approach to teaching in architecture in relation to studio and coursework respectively. They should provide evidence of engagement with, and commitment to, architectural research and education.

Requirements:

• a Masters' degree (professional) or 5-year Bachelors’ degree in architecture or equivalent
• registration for a PhD degree and progress towards such a qualification
• a record of recent independent and original contributions to research either through peer-reviewed publication and / or awarded creative works
• evidence of social responsiveness (see http://www.uct.ac.za/main/explore-uct/social-responsiveness)
• at least five years teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level

The annual cost of employment, inclusive of all benefits, is R1, 027 040.

To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to Ms Abigail Dixon at recruitment03@uct.ac.za

• UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc);
• a detailed curriculum vitae;
• a 1-2 page statement of interest, specifying the relevance of the applicant’s experience to the School with a description of research, teaching, etc;
• a 10-page, digital portfolio of representative work, teaching and/or publications.

Please ensure the title and reference number are indicated in the subject line. An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete and might not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may be required to undergo competency assessments, including a short open presentation to the School.

UCT is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf.

UCT reserves the right not to appoint.

COA | Professional Architect

The role:

COA (www.coasite.com) is a design orientated, award-winning, architecture and design firm, based in Sibaya (Durban), working across a range of projects across Southern Africa. We are looking for a talented professional to complement our team, in the form of a Professional Architect. In this exciting position, you will be involved in the architectural design and technical aspects of projects, from initiation to concept development and construction.

Functioning across all the stages of architectural and working within a team structure, the successful applicant will:

• Develop and manage project design and development.
• Produce design documentation aligned to the design brief.
• Assist management with the coordination of the project team and program.
• Research, programs, plans, designs, and administers building projects for clients, applying knowledge of architectural design, construction detailing, construction procedures, zoning and building codes, and building materials and systems.
• Develop design options in collaboration with the design team.
• Utilize computer-assisted design software and equipment to prepare project designs construction documentation.
• Work alongside with highly collaborative multi-discipline design and construction teams.

Job Requirements & Experience

• M. Arch and professional registration with SACAP
• 8+ Years’ post-qualification experience working on high-end residential projects, multi-residential and single-residential project critical.
• Experience in conceptual design, construction documentation and administration essential.
• Utilisation of design software at an advanced level (Revit, ArchiCAD, Lumion, Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite)

Personal Attributes

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and technical skills.
• Ability to function in a team, under pressure.
• Keen to work on a wide variety of architectural projects at various scales.
• A self-starter, who is driven to gain experience and skills, while adding value.
• Candidates who are willing and able to share knowledge / mentor junior staff members would be favourably considered.

Additional Information

• Applicants who show strong practical maturity in conceptual design will be advantageous.
• This is a Permanent Contract opportunity based in our Sibaya, Durban studio.
• The remuneration package, which includes group life cover will be commensurate with experience.
• Candidates should be eligible to work in South Africa, located in Durban, and be able to attend the office.

Please submit your CV and Portfolio to us at talent@coasite.com with the ref Professional Architect

Craft of Architecture retains the right to withdraw our advertisement at any time in the recruitment process.

dhk | Professional Architect (5+ years' experience CPT)

The opportunity:

Great opportunity for a design-orientated individual who will be involved in the architectural design and technical aspects of projects, from initiation to concept development and construction.

Throughout this process, you will have a chance to hone your project management and communication skills and will be adept at presenting internally and externally with clarity and a sound understanding of technical and commercial feasibility.

Personal attributes and experience:

You are a globally minded individual with a proactive, positive and client-centric attitude. You have an excellent academic background and are SACAP registered as a Professional Architect.

With at least five years post-qualification experience leading projects, you have demonstrable design skills, and an aptitude for team management. Your experience - from design stage to construction - on a series of complex, large-scale projects spanning the mixed-use, residential, commercial, cultural, educational, civic and hospitality sectors, equips you for wide-ranging scope.

Your strong aesthetic sensitivity and thorough technical knowledge is complemented by expertise in construction drawing and detailing, an intricate understanding of building systems and materials, and infallible knowledge of practice and industry standards and codes.

A clear and precise communicator, you thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, enjoy working collaboratively and imparting your knowledge while contributing to multiple teams, and have exemplary time-management and delivery skills.

You are Revit & BIM CDE proficient and possess working knowledge of Enscape, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, and Microsoft software. Revit proficiency is vital and is a prerequisite. A thorough understanding of all collaboration techniques, modelling techniques and Revit best practices is expected. Prior training and certifications in Revit and other Autodesk software is an advantage.

You are fluent in English, prepared to travel and eligible to work in South Africa.

Salary is dependent on experience. This is a fixed-term contract position.

To apply please follow this link: dhk | Professional Architect (5+ years' experience CPT)

dhk | Architectural Technologists (5+ years' experience CPT)

The opportunity:

You will be involved in the architectural and technical, as well as project-management aspects of projects, through the entire design, coordination and development process from concept to construction.

Within this role, you will introduce and communicate innovative technical design solutions both internally and externally with clarity, sensitivity, and a sound understanding of applicability and commercial feasibility, and develop them thereafter into details fit for construction.

Personal attributes and experience:

Your excellent academic background is complemented by a globally-minded attitude, a proactive, positive and client-centric communication style, and SACAP registration.

With at least five years post-qualification experience and demonstrable technical skills, you have management experience - from design stage to construction - on a series of complex large-scale projects spanning the mixed-use, residential, commercial, cultural, educational, civic and hospitality sectors.

Your strong aesthetic sensitivity is bolstered by thorough technical acuity, and construction experience. You bring extensive expertise in construction drawing and detailing, are well-versed in building systems, materials and products, and demonstrate a profound knowledge of practice and industry standards and codes. This, together with your drive for technical advancement and innovation allows you to synergise ambitious architectural concepts and sound technical solutions.

A clear and precise communicator, you are comfortable dealing with manufacturers and contractors, attending site meetings, and conducting site and quality-control inspections.

You thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, enjoy working collaboratively and imparting your knowledge while contributing to multiple teams, and have exemplary time-management and delivery skills.

You are Revit & BIM CDE proficient, and possess working knowledge of Enscape, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and Microsoft software. Revit proficiency is vital and is a prerequisite. A thorough understanding of all collaboration techniques, modelling techniques and Revit best practices are expected. Prior training and certifications in Revit and other Autodesk software is an advantage.

You are fluent in English, prepared to travel and eligible to work in South Africa.

Salary is dependent on experience. This is a fixed-term position dependent on project requirements.

To apply please follow this link: dhk | Architectural Technologists (5+ years' experience CPT)

dhk | Urban Designer (5+ years' experience CPT)

The opportunity:

dhk is looking for an Urban Designer to join our busy Urban Design team in Cape Town, working on projects across SA and internationally (in Europe, Middle East, and across Africa).

If you’re highly motivated with an innovative approach, and can grasp the bigger picture, get in touch!

As one of the largest design practices in Africa, dhk works across a range of disciplines and scales. With a steadfast commitment to design excellence, our team is incredibly curious, passionate and research-orientated. We are a harmonious, happy studio and operate in an environment that ensures our best talent can thrive. Our strong and dynamic team is the foundation of our success. We are always looking for ambitious and talented individuals to join us, working on significant new projects locally and internationally.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of post-graduate experience in urban design
• Experience in and passion for urban design
• Experience in client liaison, consultant coordination, and project running
• Candidates must be eligible to work in South Africa
• An Urban design qualification and/or registration with SACAP and/or UDISA would be an advantage

Salary is dependent on experience.

To apply please follow this link: dhk | Urban Designer (5+ years' experience CPT)

Plan A Consultants Ltd. | Design Manager Job Advertisement

The role:

The Plan A Team is growing fast, and we are looking for dynamic, energised and proactive Design Managers to join our new office in Cape Town. We are a friendly team, focused on knowledge sharing, learning, development and approachability. We are hands-on and like to go above and beyond to help deliver amazing design stages. This position will be full-time Monday to Friday and provides support to architectural practices to deliver a design management service across one or a series of projects. Reporting to the Senior Design Manager, you will be responsible for project delivery, supporting with project set-up and QA activities and portraying Plan A Consultants externally in a positive manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out design management activities, which include;
  • Supporting the Architect in the administration of the project
  • Support with progress reporting including dashboards and weekly reports
  • Provide high quality of service and receive positive feedback from the Client
• Arranging and chairing meetings, preparing agendas and writing minutes
• Preparation of documentation and consultancy services supporting architects on design competitions
  • Issue accurate, correct and quality documentation
• Design programme / route map preparation and monitoring
• Client, Project Manager and Design Team liaison
• Design management documentation including excel tracking spreadsheets, execution plans and Request For Information schedules
• Team organisation and coordination
• Monitoring end of stage reports and closing out issues
• Ability to manage and multi-task workload priorities
• Being an ambassador for Plan A externally

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual leave allowance
• Opportunity to work with some of the world's best architects on high-profile international design projects
• Fun and close-knit team environment
• Opportunities for learning, development and career advancement
• We are a small, young and diverse company that values its employees!

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If you think this role is right for you, we would love to hear from you. Please email your cover letter (explaining why you want to work for Plan A Consultants) and CV to nataliejones@planaconsultants.com using reference DM-SA in the subject box.