Junior Conservator – Architectural Finishes

Strabag; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Open-door policy

Global opportunities

Onboarding support

Collaborative team

Job summary

STRABAG SE seeks a conservation specialist to carry out the conservation, repair, and restoration of architectural finishes on heritage structures in Abu Dhabi. The role involves assessing material conditions and applying approved conservation treatments under senior supervision.

The candidate should have 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong documentation skills, and be able to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams, with opportunities for international collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in conservation or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in architectural conservation/restoration.
• Experience on heritage buildings or conservation projects preferred.
• Experience conserving architectural finishes (timber, glass, stone, terrazzo, mosaics).
• Knowledge of conservation principles, deterioration and repair methods, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out conservation, repair, and restoration of architectural finishes per approved methodologies.
• Assess material condition and apply conservation treatments under supervision.
• Assist preventive conservation activities including documentation and handling of finishes.
• Prepare treatment records, condition assessments, and conservation reports.
• Coordinate with conservators, architects, engineers, and project teams throughout conservation works.
• Ensure interventions comply with conservation principles and project specs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Conservation, Architectural Conservation, Fine Arts, Archaeology, Heritage Conservation, or related discipline

Tools

Documentation techniques

Job description

Conserving architectural heritage through specialist craftsmanship.

What matters to us

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Conservation, Architectural Conservation, Fine Arts, Archaeology, Heritage Conservation, or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in architectural conservation, restoration, or repair works.
• Experience on heritage buildings, museums, architecturally significant structures, or specialist conservation projects is highly preferred.
• Experience conserving and repairing architectural finishes, including timber, glass, ceramics, natural and artificial stone, terrazzo, mosaics, tiles, wallpapers, stucco, and decorative finishes.
• Working knowledge of conservation principles, material deterioration, repair techniques, condition assessments, and conservation documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for documentation and reporting.
• Attention to detail with a methodical approach to conservation works and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

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Your contribution to our company

• Carry out the conservation, repair, and restoration of architectural finishes in accordance with approved conservation methodologies and project requirements.
• Assess the condition of architectural materials and implement appropriate conservation treatments under the guidance of senior conservators.
• Assist with preventive conservation activities, including documentation, storage, handling, and protection of architectural finishes.
• Prepare treatment records, condition assessments, photographic documentation, and conservation reports.
• Coordinate with conservators, architects, engineers, and project teams throughout the delivery of conservation works.
• Ensure all interventions comply with recognised conservation principles, project specifications, and quality requirements.
• Handle and protect heritage materials using appropriate conservation techniques and procedures.

What you stand to gain

We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.

• We offer a comprehensive package and competitive compensation based on experience and knowledge.
• You join a global player and have the opportunity to grow with the company and position yourself for future higher positions and responsibilities.
• You will have the option to collaborate with other international units in the region and overseas.
• We have experienced colleagues who will help with the onboarding.
• You will join a highly motivated Team with an open-door policy and striving to develop the future.

This happens after the successful application

1. Screening of applications – careful review and evaluation of submitted documents

2. Decision, whether to invite an applicant to an interview

3. Getting to know the candidate in a virtual or personal setting – the number of interviews may vary depending on the position

4. Welcome to STRABAG SE– clarifying the offer and the final details regarding the candidate’s entry

As part of global company STRABAG SE and the number one building construction and civil engineering firm in Germany, at ZÜBLIN we’re continuously striving to be better. Uniqueness and individual strengths characterise our projects and every one of us. Be it building construction, civil engineering, ground engineering, tunnelling, steel or timber construction, or in the area of building restoration or construction logistics – we are always one step ahead so that we can become the most innovative and sustainable construction technology company in Europe. Diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities are integral to this, who we are as a company and how we work.

Together we work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges. Together we achieve great things. Let’s progress!

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