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Senior Retail Architect - Commercial Design Specialist

Bloemfontein, MangaungFull-time2026-10-18

Core

Lead architectural design for shopping centers, flagship stores, and pop-up activations, translating client brand objectives into commercially successful retail environments.

Role type

Senior Retail Architect (Commercial Design)

Builds

Retail spaces and commercial developments

Domain

Retail / Commercial Real Estate

Required skills

Architectural design, space planning, client management, project budgeting, construction administration, regulatory compliance, team mentorship, retail market dynamics, customer experience design, CAD/3D modeling

Preferred skills

Strategic thinking, brand strategy understanding, material innovation knowledge

Technologies

AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite

Responsibilities

Lead design process from concept to completion, develop conceptual designs and space plans, prepare detailed drawings and specifications, manage project timelines and budgets, conduct site visits, mentor junior staff, ensure code compliance

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership