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Principal Architect - Sustainable Building Design (Remote)
Posted 22 days ago
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Our client, a distinguished architectural firm focused on sustainable and innovative design, is seeking a Principal Architect with a specialization in sustainable building design to lead high-impact projects. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your visionary design expertise from anywhere in Kenya. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and overseeing the design of environmentally conscious buildings that integrate cutting-edge sustainable technologies and practices. Your leadership will be crucial in shaping projects that minimize environmental impact and enhance occupant well-being.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the architectural design process for sustainable building projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to environmental principles and client objectives.
- Develop innovative sustainable design strategies, incorporating passive design, energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, water conservation, and material selection.
- Utilize advanced modeling and simulation tools (e.g., BIM, energy modeling software) to analyze and optimize building performance.
- Collaborate closely with clients, engineers, consultants, and contractors to ensure integrated and holistic design solutions.
- Mentor and guide junior architects and design teams, fostering a culture of sustainability and design excellence.
- Conduct research on new sustainable materials, technologies, and building practices.
- Ensure compliance with relevant building codes, regulations, and green building certifications (e.g., LEED, BREEAM).
- Prepare and present design proposals, reports, and presentations to clients and stakeholders.
- Oversee the development of construction documents, ensuring accuracy and constructability.
- Champion the principles of sustainable design and its benefits to clients and the wider community.
- Master's degree in Architecture or a related field, with a strong emphasis on sustainable design.
- A minimum of 10 years of professional architectural experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focusing on sustainable projects.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex sustainable building designs.
- In-depth knowledge of green building principles, certifications, and technologies.
- Proficiency in architectural design software, including BIM (e.g., Revit) and relevant sustainability analysis tools.
- Strong understanding of building physics, energy systems, and material science.
- Exceptional design vision, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and client management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and work effectively in a fully remote team environment.
- Professional architectural registration/licensure is required.
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Principal Architect (Sustainable Building Design) - Remote
Posted 16 days ago
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Our client, a forward-thinking international firm dedicated to sustainable development and innovative architectural solutions, is seeking a distinguished Principal Architect with a profound expertise in sustainable building design to join our fully remote global team. This senior leadership role is responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and overseeing the implementation of environmentally conscious and high-performance buildings. You will lead design teams, mentor junior architects, and collaborate with clients and stakeholders to integrate cutting-edge sustainable technologies and principles into every project. The ideal candidate possesses a masterful understanding of green building certifications, energy-efficient systems, and innovative materials, coupled with exceptional design vision and project leadership capabilities.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the architectural design and development of complex sustainable building projects from concept to completion.
- Champion the integration of passive design strategies, renewable energy systems, and water conservation techniques.
- Ensure projects achieve high standards for green building certifications (e.g., LEED, BREEAM, EDGE).
- Develop and implement innovative material strategies focusing on low embodied carbon and lifecycle assessment.
- Collaborate with engineers (structural, mechanical, electrical) to optimize building performance and resource efficiency.
- Mentor and guide junior architects and design teams, fostering a culture of sustainability and design excellence.
- Engage with clients, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders to present design proposals and secure approvals.
- Conduct feasibility studies and site analyses, identifying opportunities for sustainable design integration.
- Stay at the forefront of research in sustainable materials, technologies, and design methodologies.
- Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and project-specific sustainability goals.
- Develop and maintain architectural documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports.
- A Master's degree in Architecture, with a specialization in Sustainable Design or Environmental Architecture.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in architectural design, with a significant focus on sustainable and green building projects.
- Licensed Architect in good standing.
- Proven track record of successfully designing and delivering complex sustainable buildings.
- In-depth knowledge of green building rating systems (LEED AP accreditation highly desirable).
- Expertise in energy modeling, life cycle assessment (LCA), and performance simulation tools.
- Strong understanding of advanced sustainable materials, construction techniques, and building systems.
- Exceptional design talent, creativity, and aesthetic sensibility.
- Proven leadership, project management, and team collaboration skills, ideally in a remote or distributed setting.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in architectural design software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp) and visualization tools.
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