Conservation Architect in Tadley)

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

Job summary

A reputable architectural practice is seeking an experienced Conservation Architect to join their team in Basingstoke. The successful candidate will lead conservation and heritage projects, working closely with clients and heritage bodies. This fully office-based role offers opportunities for professional development and mentoring, along with a competitive salary ranging from £38,000 to £45,000. Join a collaborative studio dedicated to high-quality conservation work and continuous growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Structured support for professional development

Pension scheme

Standard UK employment benefits

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Strong design and technical skills

Excellent communication

Team-working abilities

Knowledge of heritage regulations

Passion for professional development

Education

Accredited in conservation architecture

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 techniques
• Excellent 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