Corporate office fit-outs demand a mix of technical documentation, workplace strategy and commercial procurement skills. This article breaks down typical salary bands for commercial interior designers in South Africa, explains the factors that move pay up or down, and gives practical guidance for negotiating higher fees on office fit‑out projects. Quick market snapshot (South Africa, … Read more
Building Information Modelling (BIM) managers are increasingly vital to architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) practices in South Africa. This article breaks down typical pay bands, what moves salaries up or down, and practical tips for BIM professionals and hiring managers in the SA market. Quick salary benchmarks (South Africa) Below are practical salary bands you … Read more
Heritage consultancy and urban conservation sit at the intersection of architecture, planning and cultural management. Salaries in South Africa vary widely by employer (government vs private), qualification, location and specialist skills such as conservation architecture, archaeology or heritage impact assessment. Why pay varies: legal & institutional context South Africa’s heritage system is regulated under the … Read more
Landscape architecture sits at the intersection of design, ecology and urban infrastructure. In South Africa this role spans municipal public-park projects, private commercial precincts, and mixed-use developments — each with distinct pay structures, benefits and career paths. The following guide breaks down realistic salary ranges, sector differences, and practical tips for negotiating fair compensation in … Read more
Urban planning is a specialised built-environment career that sits at the intersection of policy, design and development finance. In South Africa the same job title—urban planner—can pay very differently depending on whether you work for a municipality, a provincial/national department, a consulting firm or a private property developer. This article breaks down realistic earnings, explains … Read more
Architecture, Urban Design & Town Planning — Job Salaries in South Africa Understanding how architectural professional fees are set and how that translates into staff salaries is essential for firms, clients and practitioners in South Africa. This article explains the common fee structures used by South African architects, summarises current senior associate salary bands, and … Read more
Sustainability consultants are increasingly central to circular fashion and textile initiatives in South Africa. They design strategies that extend garment life, reduce waste, and build closed‑loop supply chains — work that directly affects costs, compliance, and brand value. According to global circular‑fashion research, shifting to circular models is essential for reducing waste and reclaiming material … Read more
The South African fashion retail sector has seen uneven but generally improving pay for buying and merchandising roles as retail sales in clothing and textiles grow and retailers adapt to omnichannel selling. Salary data from job platforms and market surveys show wide ranges — driven by experience, city, employer scale and role scope — so … Read more
The clothing industry in South Africa offers a wide pay spectrum for technical roles such as garment technologists and pattern makers, driven by experience, employer type (manufacturer vs retail house), software skills and location. This article breaks down current earnings, explains pay drivers, and gives practical steps to increase income in these specialist roles. Roles … Read more
The South African fashion, textile and apparel industry pays a wide range for factory-level leadership roles depending on firm size, product segment and collective agreements. This article provides practical pay benchmarks, benefits, regional and experience-based adjustments, and negotiation tips specifically for Textile Factory Managers and Production Supervisors in South Africa. Executive summary — what to … Read more