Heritage Lead

CGC Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior opportunity to lead the heritage practice within an established architecture and design firm. Reporting to the Managing Director and sitting on the executive leadership team, this role combines strategic direction, team leadership, project oversight and business development.

National travel is required. Ideal background includes 12+ years’ heritage experience, a Master’s in Heritage Conservation and ICOMOS accreditation, plus strong knowledge of Australian architectural history and

Qualifications

• 12+ years’ heritage experience with demonstrated leadership.
• Master’s in Heritage Conservation or related qualification; ICOMOS accreditation.
• Strong knowledge of Australian architectural history, building fabric and heritage law.
• Established reputation as a heritage specialist with complex issue resolution.
• Strong commercial judgement, client relationships and leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the heritage practice’s strategy and growth opportunities.
• Oversee complex heritage projects with technical excellence and solid outcomes.
• Provide expert heritage advice and negotiate outcomes with clients and authorities.
• Lead and develop the team, manage resources, workloads and performance.
• Oversee budgets, financial performance and professional services risk.
• Collaborate with other leaders and contribute to organisational strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Client relationships

Commercial acumen

Heritage knowledge

Stakeholder negotiation

Education

Master’s in Heritage Conservation

ICOMOS accreditation

Job description

A senior opportunity to lead the heritage practice within an established architecture and design firm. Reporting to the Managing Director and sitting on the executive leadership team, this role combines strategic direction, team leadership, project oversight and business development. National travel is required.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the heritage practice’s strategy, identifying opportunities for growth.
• Oversee complex heritage projects, ensuring technical excellence, strong client outcomes and commercial performance.
• Provide expert heritage advice and negotiate outcomes with clients, authorities and other stakeholders.
• Lead and develop the team, managing resources, workloads, performance and career progression.
• Oversee project budgets, financial performance and professional services risk.
• Collaborate with other business leaders and contribute to broader organisational strategy.

A senior opportunity to lead the heritage practice within an established architecture and design firm. Reporting to the Managing Director and sitting on the executive leadership team, this role combines strategic direction, team leadership, project oversight and business development. National travel is required.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the heritage practice’s strategy, identifying opportunities for growth.
• Oversee complex heritage projects, ensuring technical excellence, strong client outcomes and commercial performance.
• Provide expert heritage advice and negotiate outcomes with clients, authorities and other stakeholders.
• Lead and develop the team, managing resources, workloads, performance and career progression.
• Oversee project budgets, financial performance and professional services risk.
• Collaborate with other business leaders and contribute to broader organisational strategy.

Ideal background

• 12+ years’ heritage experience, including demonstrated leadership experience.
• A Master’s in Heritage Conservation or a related qualification, plus ICOMOS accreditation as specified in the brief.
• Strong knowledge of Australian architectural history, building fabric and relevant heritage legislation.
• An established reputation as a heritage specialist, with experience resolving complex heritage issues.
• Strong commercial judgement, client relationship skills and the ability to build and lead a high-performing team.