Project Architect
Somewhere
🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R55,500 – R74,000 ZAR. This role is suited for senior-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title:Project Architect
Company Overview:A U.S.-based design and development firm operating remotely, providing architectural, structural, and pre-construction services for projects across the country. The company is dedicated to delivering high-quality, code-compliant designs and supporting clients through the early stages of construction — from site analysis to technical documentation. This is a great opportunity to join a small, dynamic team with a deep understanding of U.S. construction and design workflows.
Job Description:We are seeking aProject Architectwith at least5 years of professional experience in the U.S. construction environment. The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise in building systems, produces accurate construction documents, and can independently manage project deliverables with minimal supervision. Proficiency inRevit, AutoCAD, and knowledge ofU.S. code complianceare essential.
Requirements:
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
* Minimum 5 years of U.S. project experience (construction documents, design, or technical coordination)
Minimum 5 years of U.S. project experience (construction documents, design, or technical coordination)
* Proven experience preparing construction documents for U.S.-based projects (required)
Proven experience preparing construction documents for U.S.-based projects (required)
* Strong proficiency inRevitandAutoCAD(required)
Strong proficiency inRevitandAutoCAD(required)
* Deep understanding ofBIM workflowsand coordination processes
Deep understanding ofBIM workflowsand coordination processes
* Familiarity withU.S. building codes, zoning regulations, and accessibility standards(IBC, ADA, local codes)
Familiarity withU.S. building codes, zoning regulations, and accessibility standards(IBC, ADA, local codes)
* English proficiency (C1 level or higher)
English proficiency (C1 level or higher)
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop detailed architectural Revit models, drawings, and construction documents for U.S. projects
Develop detailed architectural Revit models, drawings, and construction documents for U.S. projects
* Ensure all designs and documents comply with U.S. building codes, zoning requirements, ADA standards, and project specifications
Ensure all designs and documents comply with U.S. building codes, zoning requirements, ADA standards, and project specifications
* Prepare and organize deliverables to meet permitting, bidding, and client deadlines
Prepare and organize deliverables to meet permitting, bidding, and client deadlines
* Collaborate with architects, planners, and contractors to integrate and coordinate project parameters
Collaborate with architects, planners, and contractors to integrate and coordinate project parameters
* Contribute to internal design standards, templates, and best practices for documentation and BIM workflows
Contribute to internal design standards, templates, and best practices for documentation and BIM workflows
Personal Attributes:
* Detail-oriented and highly organized with a strong technical foundation
Detail-oriented and highly organized with a strong technical foundation
* Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
* Excellent communication skills for cross-disciplinary coordination
Excellent communication skills for cross-disciplinary coordination
* Reliable, responsible, and eager to grow professionally
Reliable, responsible, and eager to grow professionally
* Strong graphic, verbal, and visual communication skills
Strong graphic, verbal, and visual communication skills
Benefits:
* 100% remote position
100% remote position
* Opportunities for professional growth and development
Opportunities for professional growth and development
* Standard working hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST, Monday through Friday (40 hours per week)
Standard working hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST, Monday through Friday (40 hours per week)
* Collaborative and supportive team environment
Collaborative and supportive team environment
* 10 vacation days and 7 sick days per year
10 vacation days and 7 sick days per year
* U.S. main holidays off
U.S. main holidays off
Compensation:Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
At R55,500/month, this role pays well above the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($3,000/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
About Somewhere
Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 614 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →