Senior Hospitality & Leisure Architect

Our client, a renowned architectural practice with a flair for creating exceptional hospitality and leisure destinations, is seeking a Senior Hospitality & Leisure Architect to join their team. While the role is based remotely, it will involve significant project involvement in and around
** Polokwane**. This is an exciting opportunity for an architect with a passion for designing unique hotels, resorts, restaurants, and entertainment venues that offer memorable guest experiences. You will lead design initiatives, collaborate with operators and developers, and ensure that projects embody creativity, functionality, and commercial viability within the
** Limpopo
* * region. The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio of successful hospitality projects, an understanding of branding in the hospitality sector, and the ability to translate vision into reality. This is a fully remote position offering flexibility and the chance to work on stimulating projects in a dynamic sector.

• Lead the architectural design and concept development for hospitality and leisure projects, including hotels, resorts, spas, and entertainment facilities.
• Collaborate closely with clients, hotel operators, interior designers, and specialist consultants.
• Develop innovative and immersive spatial experiences that align with brand identity and operational requirements.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant building codes, safety standards, and accessibility regulations for
  ** Polokwane**.
• Produce high-quality architectural drawings, renderings, and presentations.
• Manage project timelines and budgets effectively from a remote location.
• Stay abreast of global trends in hospitality design, guest experience, and sustainable tourism development.
• Mentor junior architects and contribute design leadership.
• Conduct site analyses and feasibility studies for potential hospitality ventures.
• Ensure seamless coordination with remote project teams and stakeholders.

• Professional degree in Architecture.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in architectural design, with a significant portion dedicated to the hospitality and leisure sector.
• Demonstrated success in leading the design of hotels, resorts, or similar leisure-oriented establishments.
• Strong understanding of the operational and guest experience aspects of hospitality design.
• Proficiency in architectural software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch Up) and 3D modeling/rendering tools.
• Knowledge of South African building codes and planning regulations relevant to
  ** Limpopo**.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client management skills, crucial for remote work.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a fully remote setup.
• A compelling portfolio showcasing innovative hospitality and leisure architectural designs.
• Registration with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) is mandatory.
• Must be comfortable working
  ** Yes** (fully remote).

• As a contractor, this role offers a competitive remuneration package, negotiated based on experience and project scope.
• This position provides the advantage of working fully remotely, offering exceptional flexibility and work-life balance.
• You will gain valuable experience on diverse and high-profile hospitality projects, contributing to the growth of the sector in
  ** Polokwane
  * * and beyond.
• Access to advanced design software and collaborative platforms will be provided.
• This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your specialized skills in hospitality design within a flexible, remote work framework.