Conservation Architect (RIBA, SCA or CA Accredited)

Conrad Consulting Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural studio in Nottingham is seeking a talented Conservation Architect to lead heritage and conservation projects. This role involves collaborating with clients and stakeholders to ensure sensitive and compliant design solutions, contributing to community-focused architecture. Competitive salary between £35,000 and £45,000 depending on experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Diverse and meaningful projects

Supportive studio culture

Central location in Nottingham

Opportunity to impact communities positively

Qualifications

• Proven experience working on conservation and heritage projects in the UK.
• Passion for preserving and enhancing the built heritage.

Responsibilities

• Lead conservation and heritage projects from concept to completion.
• Prepare heritage statements and conservation management plans.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants.
• Engage with clients and heritage bodies for compliant design solutions.
• Contribute to sustainable, community-focused architecture.

Skills

Design skills

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

AABC accreditation or RIBA Conservation Register

Job description

We are seeking a talented and conscientious Conservation Architect to join a well-established, design-focused architectural studio based in the heart of Nottingham's Creative Quarter. With over 40 years of experience delivering thoughtful, bespoke solutions across a wide range of sectors, this practice is known for balancing creative innovation with practical expertise - all while maintaining a strong social and environmental conscience.

About the Role

You'll be joining a collaborative and down-to-earth team that values meaningful relationships with clients, communities, and heritage. The studio is committed to "Better as Standard" - striving for excellence in every project, from sensitive restorations to contemporary interventions in historic contexts.

As a Conservation Architect, you'll lead and support projects involving listed buildings, heritage assets, and conservation areas. You'll work closely with clients, consultants, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality design and documentation that respects and enhances the historic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead conservation and heritage projects from concept to completion
• Prepare heritage statements, conservation management plans, and listed building consent applications
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants
• Engage with clients and heritage bodies to ensure sensitive and compliant design solutions
• Contribute to the studio's ethos of thoughtful, sustainable, and community-focused architecture

Requirements

• AABC accreditation or listed on the RIBA Conservation Register at CA or SCA level (essential)
• Proven experience working on conservation and heritage projects in the UK
• Strong design and technical skills, with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities
• Passion for preserving and enhancing the built heritage

What You'll Get

• Salary in the region of 35,000- 45,000, depending on experience
• Opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful projects
• Supportive and inclusive studio culture
• Central Nottingham location with vibrant surroundings
• A chance to make a positive impact on communities and the climate through architecture

To apply to this Conservation Architect opportunity, please forward your up to date CV and portfolio through to Ashley Johnson at Conrad Consulting. To discuss further, please feel free to contact Ashley for a confidential chat.