Architect & Architectural Technician – ZS Architects
Full-time, Work
Bo-Kaap, Cape Town
Posted 9 months ago
ABOUT THE ORGANISATION AND THE ROLE
ZS Architects is a Cape Town-based architectural practice located in the historic Bo-Kaap. They are known for delivering thoughtful and practical design solutions across a wide range of sectors. Their current portfolio includes a group housing estate, apartment blocks, a retirement complex, industrial projects, and private residences. They are looking for an experienced Architect and an Architectural Technician to join their growing team.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. ARCHITECTURAL TECHNICIAN
- Technical Drawings: Develop detailed technical and construction documentation including preparing blueprints, drawing and produce accurate design documentation using Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp
- Regulatory Compliance: Prepare drawings, and ensure designs comply with local building codes, safety regulations, and zoning laws, for Council Submission and regulatory approvals.
- Collaboration: Coordinate with consultants, engineers, and contractors
- Site Supervision: Attend and participate in site meetings and inspections
- Conceptual Development: Contribute to design development and produce 3D renderings when required
2. ARCHITECT
- Designing Structures: Creating functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing building designs that meet client needs and comply with regulations.
- Client Consultation: Meeting with clients to understand project goals, budget, and vision, and translating that into architectural plans.
- Project Planning: Developing detailed project plans, including timelines, materials, and cost estimates.
- Technical Drawings: Preparing blueprints, drawings, and technical documents using CAD software or by hand.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring designs comply with local building codes, safety regulations, and zoning laws.
- Collaboration: Coordinating with engineers, contractors, surveyors, and other professionals throughout the design and construction process.
- Site Supervision: Visiting construction sites to ensure work is progressing according to plan and resolving any design-related issues.
- Sustainability Considerations: Incorporating eco-friendly and sustainable design principles where possible.
- Problem-Solving: Addressing design challenges and client concerns creatively and efficiently.
- Continuous Learning: Keeping up to date with industry trends, new materials, and technological advancements in architecture.
REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
The ideal applicants will have the following competencies:
1. Work experience and industry exposure
- Minimum 8 years’ experience as an Architect/ Architectural Technician
- Strong understanding of local building codes and municipal processes
- Experience with commercial, residential, and industrial projects.
2. Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and communicate clearly with team members and external stakeholders
- Confident in client-facing and site coordination task.
3. Excellent Administration and Organisational Skills
- Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
- High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
- Works well under pressure.
4. Specific Requirements
- High proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and MS Office Suite
- Bonus: experience with 3D rendering software and graphic presentation tools
- Own vehicle and valid driver’s license (preferred) and be willing to attend occasional site meetings.
Interested?
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Closing date for applications: 5 September 2025
If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks of submitting your application, kindly consider your application to have been unsuccessful
Job Features
| Job Category | Design, Art & Photography, Property, Maintenance & Construction |
| Location: | Bo-Kaap, Cape Town (with some flexibility for remote work) |
| Reporting to: | Senior Architect/Director |
| Nature of contract: | Permanent |
| Hours of work: | Regular office hours (occasional overtime included in salary) |
| Salary range: | Commensurate with experience and qualifications |
| Closing date for applications: | 5 September 2025 |
| Interested? | Please click on the APPLY NOW / DOWNLOAD APPLICATION button above which will take you directly to Google application form |