Design Associate at SpaceFinish Africa

Job Summary

• The associate designer will support the lead in assisting in concept development, design research, and presentations Producing drawings, renderings, and technical documents using software like AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Suite Collaborating with architects, engineers, and clients to refine designs Ensuring designs align with building codes, zoning regulations, and sustainability standards Contributing to project coordination, material selection, and construction documentation.

Principal Duties / Responsibilities Design

• Assist in developing design concepts, mood boards, and presentations.
• Support space planning, furniture layouts, and interior detailing.
• Select materials, finishes, furniture, and accessories per project requirements.
• Prepare drawings, 3D renderings, and presentations using AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Revit.
• Work with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to source materials and furniture.
• Assist in project documentation, including FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) schedules and specifications.
• Participate in site visits, client meetings, and project installations.
• Ensure design execution aligns with the client's vision and project goals.
• Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and sustainability practices
• Oversee decisions regarding overall design creation and development
• Facilitate multi-disciplinary collaborations as well as brainstorming sessions
• Review, evaluate and modify designs to suit authority requirements and meet design intentions

Requirements

• B.Sc in Architecture minimum.
• Masters is an advantage
• Minimum of 2 - 3 years in a similar capacity

Skills And Competency Requirements:

• Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, Illustrator or other design programs
• Experience working with BIM
• Excellent portfolio of previous works
• Creative talent, imagination and eye for design
• Communication and presentation skills
• Project Management skills

Other behavioural competency requirements:

• Fosters team spirit and collaboration, encourages and creates mechanisms for the sharing of expertise
• Championing results orientation and excellence
• Foster a culture that values creativity, innovation, and an openness to diverse perspectives
• Delivers effective presentations and speeches, either prepared or extemporaneous, to internal and external audiences on behalf of the organisation.
• Handles complex on-the-spot questions (e.g. from the public and other stakeholders)
• Able to effectively allocate responsibilities to others and provide direction.