About the Role
The Department of Infrastructure is seeking a qualified Architectural Technologist to join its team at the Head Office in Bhisho. This role is pivotal in delivering quality infrastructure projects that enhance the community’s living standards and safety. As an Architectural Technologist, your expertise will directly influence the design and execution of building projects, ensuring they adhere to safety and legal standards while meeting the needs of the community. Your contributions will help shape the built environment, making a significant impact on the lives of residents throughout the region.
In this role, you will collaborate with architects and other professionals to provide technological advisory services that streamline the design process. The position not only requires technical skills but also a passion for innovation and problem-solving, as you will be tasked with overcoming technological challenges and applying the latest architectural principles. Your work will be integral to the Department’s mission of fostering sustainable and functional infrastructure in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Infrastructure is dedicated to the planning, development, and maintenance of public infrastructure necessary for both economic growth and community well-being. It plays a critical role in ensuring that the infrastructure projects meet the needs of the public while adhering to regulatory standards. Working here means being part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to public service, aiming to create a better future for all citizens.
What You’ll Do
- Manage technological advisory services for building projects, ensuring effective support for architects and associate professionals.
- Plan and oversee the design process, including landscape design and preparation of working drawings.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and legal requirements throughout the construction process.
- Evaluate and monitor existing technical manuals and procedures, incorporating new technologies as needed.
- Provide input into budget planning and submit necessary reports to maintain operational efficiency.
- Facilitate the development and management of a comprehensive database related to architectural technologies.
- Engage in continuous professional development to stay updated with advancements in architectural technology.
What You’ll Need
- National Senior Certificate and a Bachelor of Technology in Architecture (B Tech) or a relevant qualification.
- A minimum of three years of post-qualification experience as an Architectural Technologist.
- Valid driver’s license and compulsory registration with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP).
- Strong competencies in project management, problem-solving, decision-making, and team leadership.
- Excellent communication, planning, and organizing skills, along with proficiency in computer applications.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
National Senior Certificate, Bachelor of Technology in Architecture (B Tech) or relevant qualification with three (3) years post-qualification Architectural Technologist experience required.A valid driver’s license.
Compulsory registration with SACAP as an Architectural Technologist.
Competencies: Project Management, Problem Solving and analysis, Decision making, Team leadership, Creativity, Change management, financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness, Communication, Computer skills, Planning and organizing, and People management.
Job Duties
Manage technological advisory services: Plan technical support to architects and associate professionals in site surveying, preparing measured drawings of existing buildings, collecting practical information relating to the proposed project, and preparing presentation drawings and models of the design.Manage and lead the design process, landscape design and presentation, and preparation of working drawings that will serve as legal instruction to the building contractor to ensure that the building is built according to the working drawings and other legal documents.
Ensure the adherence and promotion of safety standards in line with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures, and develop, maintain, and manage current technologies.
Monitoring and Evaluation of technological designs: Evaluate and monitor existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology.
Ensure quality assurance of technical designs with specifications and make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority and identify and optimize technical solutions by applying architectural principles.
Manage administrative and related functions: Provide input into the budgeting process, compile and submit reports as required, provide and consolidate inputs to the technological/ architectural operational plan, ensure the development, implementation, and maintenance of the database, and manage and supervise technological and related personnel and assets.
Research and development: Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures, Research/ literature studies on architectural technology to improve expertise and liaise with relevant bodies/ councils on architectural-related matters.
