Architect at Gap Infrastructure Corporation - GIC

As an Architect, you will be responsible for:

Market Research & Analysis

• Conduct market research to identify trends, opportunities, and key players in the infrastructure sector.
• Analyse competitive landscapes to shape business strategies.

Strategic Planning

• Identify and pursue new business ventures as well as manage and build on the existing business portfolio currently within the company.

Client Relationship Management

• Build and nurture long-term relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners.
• Act as a trusted advisor to understand client needs and offer tailored solutions.

Pipeline Development

• Identify and qualify new opportunities, including public and private sector projects, through proactive outreach and networking.
• Experience in government projects such as Human Settlements, Public works, Health- and Education sector.
• Experience in Water and Sanitation technologies will be beneficial.

Proposal Development

• Lead the preparation and submission of tenders, bids, and other business proposals, ensuring alignment with client expectations and company capabilities.

Collaboration

• Work closely with internal teams, including operations departments, commercial and supply chain, town planners, engineers, and marketing, to ensure seamless execution of business strategies. 
• Collaborate closely with government departments, external funders, implementing agents, and professional service providers—including town planners, engineers, and supply chain partners—to ensure the seamless execution of strategic initiatives across sectors such as housing, transport infrastructure, and special economic zones.

Job Specifications

• Drive strategic planning and execution across assigned portfolios.
• Ensure alignment of the company’s overall goals and objectives.
• Preparation of high-level feasibility studies, including financial modelling, of proposed developments.
• Monitor and manage existing relations with current stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior leadership on progress, risks, and opportunities.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• A degree in Architecture,
• Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)
• National Diploma in Architectural Technology
• Registration with SACAP is preferred
• Postgraduate qualifications or professional certifications / registrations in the relevant field.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in middle management roles.
• Proven expertise in at least two of the following areas: Business Development, Tender Management, Project Management, Engineering, quantity surveying or 3rd Party Service Provider management.
• Track record in the education and health sectors will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of BIM and GIS will be beneficial.
• Knowledge and experience in design of complex commercial buildings
• Knowledge and experience in delivering large scale mixed use and commercial projects.