Architect/ Interior Designer

Closing Date 2025/11/19Reference Number KFM251113-1Job Title Architect/ Interior DesignerJob Type PermanentBusiness Unit Spec-Savers South AfricaDepartment Projects and ShopfittingNumber of Positions 1Location - Town / City Port ElizabethLocation - Province Eastern CapeLocation - Country South AfricaMinimum Education Level Diploma | Advanced CertificateJob Category ArchitectureJob Advert SummaryPurpose Of The RoleAs an Architect/ interior designer you will be responsible for overseeing and executing the design of creative projects in the retail store design division for the Spec-Savers and Execuspecs Group. You will be required to lead the design process, collaborate with other team members, and deliver high quality design work that meets the client’s needs and objectives, whilst adhering to Landlord requirements, building requirements, within budget and deliver projects on time.Minimum RequirementsRequirements: Diploma or B-Tech in Architecture, Interior Design, or related qualification.2 years’ experience in Interior architecture, Architecture drafting and excellent conceptual design and space planning skillsDetailed design development – working drawingsWork with large format graphics.2 years practical experience in CAD.2 years practical experience in Revit.2 years practical experience in Coral Draw or Photoshop.Well versed in the full Microsoft suite.Duties and ResponsibilitiesJob ResponsibilitiesDeveloping design concepts, sketches, and prototypes for various retail spaces, new stores and refurbishments of older stores.Collaborating with other team members, including project managers, other designers, and where needs be the leasing department, to ensure the final design meets the client’s needs, project requirements and being fully compliant with all legislative requirements.Communication design ideas and recommendations to clients, stakeholders, contractors and team members, balancing the client’s needs carefully against budgetary requirements, timelines, and building requirements.Managing multiple projects simultaneously, from conception to client signoff and approval.Supervising junior designers and providing guidance and mentorship as needed.Skills And AbilityCommitted team player.Driven by delivering outputs and meeting deadlinesSelf-motivated with strong sense of service orientation.Good interpersonal skills.Full of energy and eager to showcase your creativity.EE candidates will be given preference in line with the company's employment equity objectives.