Professional Architect (Cape Town) at GIBB Engineering and Architecture

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of complex architectural projects through PROCSA Stages 3–6.
• Act as JBCC Principal Agent, administering the construction contract and managing project delivery through construction and close-out.
• Lead multidisciplinary consultant coordination, ensuring the seamless integration of architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, fire, wet services and specialist consultant information.
• Produce and oversee high-quality technical documentation and construction information.
• Manage project programmes, technical coordination, design development, documentation, contract administration and site delivery.
• Review and approve architectural documentation prepared by project teams, ensuring compliance with SVA quality standards.
• Manage RFIs, technical queries, contractor submissions, shop drawings, variation orders and contract instructions.
• Conduct regular site inspections, monitor construction quality and resolve technical and contractual matters.
• Lead project meetings and maintain effective communication with clients, contractors, consultants and authorities.
• Mentor and develop architects, technologists and candidate professionals within the studio.
• Support business development activities, proposals and client relationship management.

Requirements
Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture.
• Professional registration with SACAP as a Professional Architect.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years' post-registration experience.
• Demonstrated experience delivering large, complex architectural projects across multiple sectors.
• Extensive experience as JBCC Principal Agent.
• Strong experience leading multidisciplinary consultant teams.
• Proven experience managing projects through PROCSA Stages 3–6.
• Retail, mixed-use or commercial project experience will be advantageous.

Technical Competencies

• Exceptional technical design and detailing skills.
• Thorough understanding of South African building regulations, SANS standards and statutory approval processes.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, contract administration and project delivery.
• Advanced Autodesk Revit skills, including model management, documentation, scheduling and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Strong working knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), BIM 360 and collaborative BIM workflows.
• Proficiency in SketchUp, Autodesk Forma, Adobe Creative Suite and visualisation software will be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of BIM coordination and digital project delivery.

Leadership Competencies

• Proven ability to lead complex multidisciplinary projects.
• Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and project financial management.
• Ability to mentor, coach and develop junior professionals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Personal Attributes

• Passion for technical excellence and the successful delivery of high-quality architectural projects.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire, mentor and develop high-performing teams.
• Professional, accountable and client-focused, with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Resilient, adaptable and able to make sound decisions in complex and challenging project environments.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple complex projects, competing deadlines and changing priorities within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Committed to continuous learning, innovation and the adoption of new technologies and best practices to improve project delivery.