Conservation Architect

Hunter Dunning; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent heritage and conservation practice in London seeks a Senior Conservation Architect to guide their team and oversee historic projects. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in UK conservation, with strong leadership and technical skills. In addition to a competitive salary, the role offers numerous benefits, including generous annual leave and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Annual bonus

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional leave per year of service

Qualifications

• 10 years experience in UK conservation and historic building projects.
• Proven ability to lead a team and engage with stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of environmental and heritage legislation.

Responsibilities

• Guide and mentor staff in day-to-day operations.
• Lead documentation preparation and development.
• Provide expert advice on planning applications.

Skills

Leadership

Historic Design

Technical Knowledge

Stakeholder Engagement

Restoration Works

Report Writing

Planning Process Knowledge

Environmental Legislation Understanding

AutoCAD

Photoshop

Education

CA/SCA RIBA; AABC; or equivalent

Full or Associate Member of the IHBC

Job description

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Senior Conservation Architect Job in Chiswick, London

A specialist heritage and conservation practice, with a long-standing reputation for their work has a available! The team is engaged in a diverse array of projects, reflecting their long-standing reputation in the field.

Established in the 1940s, our client has worked on a wide range of historic buildings and conservation areas, which include residential property, marketplaces, public monuments, and places of worship.

Success has seen the practice open three offices, develop a team of specialist professionals, and build a strong network of external consultants, they are now looking to strengthen the London team further by adding a Senior Conservation Architect.

Role & Responsibilities

• Guiding and mentoring staff and helping with the day-to-day running of the practice
• Lead the preparation and development of drawn and written documentation
• Attend client meetings throughout the UK
• Share historical expertise and knowledge within the team
• Provide specialist advice on pre-applications and planning applications
• Lead a team of technical professionals, and engage with stakeholders, contractors, and specialists.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10 years experience post qualification working on UK conservation and historic building projects
• Proven ability to lead a team of technical professionals, and engage with stakeholders, contractors, and specialists
• Demonstrate a good eye for historic design, with a thorough understanding of contractual procedures
• Experience in historical report writing and technical knowledge
• Experience working on restoration works on listed buildings
• CA/SCA RIBA; AABC; or equivalent would be desirable
• Full or Associate Member of the IHBC would be desirable
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Photoshop
• Strong knowledge of the planning process and conversant with the relevant environmental/heritage legislation and guidance.

What you get back

• Salary of £55,000 – £62,000
• Annual bonus
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional day per year of service