Senior Architect - Conservation/Heritage

Carrington West; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural practice in London is seeking a Senior Architect to lead conservation and design projects. The role involves managing junior staff and collaborating with external partners on innovative heritage projects. The ideal candidate will have strong conservation expertise, project management skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development sponsorship

Generous benefits package

Employee ownership

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Architect leading projects in the UK.
• Strong conservation expertise with accreditation towards RIBA/AABC.
• In-depth knowledge of UK Building and Planning Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead conservation and creative reuse projects across all RIBA stages.
• Prepare and submit planning and listed building consent applications.
• Manage and mentor junior architects within the team.

Skills

Conservation expertise

Project management

Leadership skills

Strong communication

Education

ARB Part 3 qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

NBS software

Revit

Job description

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?

• Opportunity to work on world-class conservation and heritage projects across the UK and overseas
• 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 or leading projects 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 or contact the following:

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