Conservation Architect

Penguin Recruitment; Tadley; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established architectural practice is seeking a Conservation Architect for their office in Tadley. The successful candidate will work on conservation projects in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include leading projects, coordinating with stakeholders, and preparing planning submissions. The ideal candidate has strong design skills, knowledge of heritage regulations, and is accredited or working toward accreditation in conservation architecture. This role offers competitive salary and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Structured support for completing Part 3

Opportunities for career progression

Pension scheme

Standard UK employment benefits

Qualifications

• Accredited in conservation architecture or working towards accreditation.
• Strong design and technical skills in heritage and conservation projects.
• Knowledge of heritage regulations and historic building techniques.

Responsibilities

• Leading conservation and heritage projects from concept to completion.
• Coordinating with clients, heritage bodies, and contractors.
• Preparing detailed drawings and planning submissions.

Skills

Strong design and technical skills

Knowledge of heritage regulations

Excellent communication and team-working abilities

Passionate about professional development

Education

Accredited in conservation architecture or working towards accreditation

Job description

Job Title: Conservation Architect

Location: Basingstoke

Salary: £38-45,000 DOE

About the company:

A well-established architectural practice is seeking an experienced conservation architect, either already accredited or working towards accreditation, to join their collaborative and supportive studio. The practice is renowned for delivering high-quality projects across residential, education, heritage, and commercial sectors, with a strong focus on conservation and heritage-led design. The successful candidate will be fully office-based, contributing to a friendly, professional environment while working on a range of engaging conservation projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualification stage
• Fully office-based role within a collaborative studio environment
• Structured support for completing Part 3 or mentoring for newly qualified architects
• Opportunities to work on a varied mix of conservation and heritage-led projects
• Ongoing CPD and professional development, including support for heritage accreditation
• Career progression within a stable, reputable practice
• Pension scheme and standard UK employment benefits

Ideal Candidate

• Accredited in conservation architecture, or actively working towards accreditation
• Strong design and technical skills in heritage and conservation projects
• Knowledge of heritage regulations, listed building consent, and historic building techniquesExcellent communication and team-working abilities
• Passionate about professional development, mentoring, and heritage-led design

Daily Duties

• Leading conservation and heritage projects from concept to completion
• Coordinating with clients, heritage bodies, consultants, and contractors
• Preparing detailed drawings, specifications, and planning submissions for listed and historic buildings
• Mentoring junior staff and supporting colleagues' professional growth
• Participating in studio meetings, design reviews, and project planning

To apply

To apply, please contact KAZ on 01792365003 OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to [e-mail] I hope to hear from you soon!