Senior Architect - Conservation/Heritage

Carrington West; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in London is seeking a Senior Architect to focus on the conservation and innovative reuse of historic buildings. The ideal candidate will be ARB Part 3 qualified with strong conservation expertise and project management skills, along with proficiency in software such as AutoCAD and NBS. This role offers flexible working options, professional development sponsorship, and a generous benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development sponsorship

Generous benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Architect in the UK.
• Accreditation or pathway to RIBA/AABC accreditation.
• In-depth knowledge of UK Building and Planning Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead conservation and creative reuse projects across all RIBA stages.
• Prepare and submit planning applications.
• Deliver technical design packages.
• Manage and mentor junior architects.
• Collaborate with heritage consultants for project success.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Conservation expertise

AutoCAD proficiency

NBS software proficiency

Revit experience

Education

ARB Part 3 qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

NBS software

Revit

Job description

Overview

Senior Architect - Shape the Future of Historic and Iconic Buildings

Are you a Senior Architect passionate about conservation, design excellence, and the creative reuse of historically significant buildings? This is your opportunity to take on a key role in preserving heritage while shaping innovative projects that will inspire generations to come.

This award-winning, employee-owned practice is renowned for its work on some of the UK and the world's most treasured cultural, public, and educational buildings. They are looking for a Senior Architect to bring expertise, creativity, and leadership to their London studio.

Why Join This Team?

• Employee-owned culture that empowers every voice and encourages collaboration
• Flexible and hybrid working options, with excellent work-life balance
• Strong commitment to professional development, with study sponsorship and enhanced learning opportunities
• Generous benefits package including increasing annual leave, sabbaticals, life assurance, and wellbeing support

Key Responsibilities

• Lead conservation and creative reuse projects across all RIBA stages
• Prepare and submit planning and listed building consent applications
• Deliver technical design packages and oversee construction phases
• Manage and mentor junior architects within the team
• Collaborate with heritage consultants, clients, and external partners to achieve project excellence

What They're Looking For

• ARB Part 3 qualified with experience as a Project Architect in the UK
• Strong conservation expertise, with accreditation or a clear path toward RIBA/AABC accreditation
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and NBS software, with Revit experience highly desirable
• Strong project management, contract administration, and leadership skills
• In-depth knowledge of UK Building and Planning Regulations

As a Senior Architect in this dynamic and supportive environment, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding heritage while driving forward bold, design-led solutions. This is the perfect opportunity for someone with ambition, creativity, and a passion for conservation to thrive. Apply today and take the next step in your architectural journey. Apply now to or contact the following: Tel: (phone number removed) @: (url removed)