Job Details

SAOTA is internationally recognized for pushing the boundaries of architectural excellence. To further strengthen our commitment to quality, innovation, and mentorship, we're looking for a highly experienced Senior Production & Internal Technical Specialist to play a key leadership role across project teams and technical systems within the practice.

This hybrid role combines core architectural responsibilities with a broader studio-wide technical advisory function, ideal for a confident, detail-oriented professional who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and mentoring others.

About the Role

In addition to project-based architectural duties, this individual will:

• Provide expert technical input across multiple projects, beyond their assigned ones

• Attend coordination meetings (internal and external) to resolve technical challenges

• Participate in key milestone workshops, offering technical critique and advice

• Review detail drawings before presentation/issue where needed

• Offer on-demand support to juniors and peers facing technical challenges

• Dedicate ±15–20% of their time to studio-wide technical initiatives, systems, and mentorship

• Contribute to developing internal resources like the Engineering Coordination Guide and LMS training materials for junior architects

Leadership & Team Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Team Leaders on project coordination and program management

• Guide architectural development and be accountable for design outputs and deadlines

• Build strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors

• Demonstrate leadership by fostering open communication, maintaining team morale, and supporting professional development

Technical Expertise

• Display deep technical aptitude across all project phases, from documentation to construction

• Provide solutions aligned with regional regulations and building technologies

• Drive implementation and refinement of internal systems and workflows

• Engage with external suppliers to deepen product knowledge and enhance internal databases

• Guide and mentor team members in coordination, technical detailing, and system understanding

Design Contribution

• Interpret briefs and support project teams through full architectural services

• Produce design documentation, including drawings, 3D models, renders, videos, and presentations

• Maintain consistency and quality in design language and presentation

Studio & Systems Contribution

• Contribute to SAOTA's internal knowledge-sharing platforms (e.g., Design Fridays)

• Lead and participate in the implementation of technical standards across the practice

• Ensure project folders and documentation adhere to company systems

• Train others on SAOTA systems and emerging technologies

What We're Looking For

Qualifications & Experience:

• Architectural or Architectural Technologist qualification

• Minimum of 8 years' post-qualification experience, including leadership roles

• At least 2 years of working on multidisciplinary projects (locally or internationally)

Essential Skills:

• High-level knowledge of Revit, Adobe Suite, Twinmotion, AutoCAD & Lumion

• Excellent technical and design problem-solving ability

• Strong communication and coordination skills

• Calm under pressure and able to manage sensitive/confidential information

• Able to travel when required

• Confident in presenting and articulating design decisions

Behavioural Attributes:

• Flexible, proactive, and accountable

• High level of professionalism and emotional intelligence

• Strong mentorship mindset and team-oriented approach

• Resilient and solutions-driven

Why SAOTA?

• Work in a dynamic, globally respected design studio

• Engage in meaningful architectural innovation and thought leadership

• Collaborate with world-class talent across disciplines

• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and wellness initiatives

• Contribute to a practice-shaping architecture on a global scale

Ready to take your technical expertise to the next level and help shape the future of architecture at SAOTA? Apply now.