Professional Architect

About the role

dhk Architects, one of the largest and leading architectural studios in Africa, is looking for an experienced project architect in Cape Town. The role suits someone with a solid track record of running projects on site, delivering meticulous documentation and executing designs to exacting standards, including running teams and coordinating sites on large, complex urban projects.

Required profile

• SACAP-registered Professional Architect with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience on complex, large-scale mixed-use, residential and commercial projects.
• Sound understanding of technical and commercial feasibility.
• Strong aesthetic sense combined with thorough technical knowledge, construction drawing and detailing expertise.
• Detailed knowledge of building systems, materials and industry standards and codes.
• Project management skills, clear communication, self-management and excellent time management.
• Fluent in English, prepared to travel when necessary and eligible to work in South Africa.

Required skills

• Advanced Revit skills; fully and demonstrably proficient in Revit and BIM CDE (non-negotiable, assessed on shortlisting).
• Understanding of collaboration techniques, modelling techniques and Revit best practices.

What we offer

• A competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Dynamic project exposure across building typologies and regions.
• Growth opportunities in a progressive, supportive studio environment.
• Culture of continuous learning, design excellence and sustainability leadership.
• Mentorship, training and development programmes for young talent.