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Principal Commercial Property Architect

Durban, eThekwiniFull-time2026-10-30

Core

Lead design strategy and delivery for high-profile commercial, retail, and mixed-use developments in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

Role type

Principal Commercial Property Architect

Builds

Commercial, retail, and mixed-use developments

Domain

Architecture / Commercial Real Estate

Required skills

Commercial real estate market dynamics, tenant fit-out requirements, construction economics, architectural design software (Revit, AutoCAD), building regulations compliance, site analysis, feasibility studies, client relationship management, proposal writing, team leadership, design documentation

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

Revit, AutoCAD

Responsibilities

Lead design direction and conceptualization for commercial property portfolios, manage and mentor teams of architects and designers, engage with clients and stakeholders on project objectives and budgets, oversee preparation of design documentation from concept to construction drawings, conduct site analyses and feasibility studies, liaise with engineering consultants, present design proposals to clients and review boards, ensure compliance with building regulations and zoning laws, contribute to business development efforts

Seniority

Principal, senior leadership