About the Role
The Department of Infrastructure is seeking a dedicated Control Architectural Technologist to join its team in Bhisho. This pivotal role involves managing technological advisory services and providing essential support to architects and associated professionals. By ensuring that all building projects adhere to safety standards and legal requirements, you will play a crucial part in shaping the built environment of the Eastern Cape, making a tangible difference in the community you serve.
As a Control Architectural Technologist, your expertise will contribute to the planning, design, and implementation of various infrastructure projects. Your work will not only enhance the aesthetic and functional aspects of buildings but also ensure compliance with regulations, thereby fostering a safer and more efficient public service in South Africa. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about architecture and committed to improving the quality of life for residents through thoughtful design and innovation.
About the Department
The Department of Infrastructure is dedicated to the development and maintenance of essential public infrastructure across the Eastern Cape. Its mission encompasses the planning, construction, and preservation of buildings and facilities that meet community needs while adhering to strict safety and quality standards. Working within this department means contributing to projects that have a lasting impact, from schools and hospitals to public spaces, enhancing the well-being of all South Africans.
What You’ll Do
- Manage technological advisory services for architectural projects.
- Provide technical support in site surveying and preparation of measured drawings.
- Lead the design process, including landscape design and presentation.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and legal requirements.
- Evaluate and monitor existing technical manuals and standard drawings.
- Conduct research and continuous professional development in architectural technologies.
- Manage administrative functions, including budgeting and reporting.
What You’ll Need
- National Senior Certificate.
- Bachelor of Technology in Architecture (B Tech) or relevant qualification.
- Six years of post-qualification experience as an Architectural Technologist.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Compulsory registration with SACAP as an Architectural Technologist.
- Strong competencies in project management, decision-making, and problem-solving.
- Excellent communication and computer skills.
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 six (6) years of 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 114 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.
