Senior Architect Specialist in Heritage Projects

Eden Brown; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural practice in London is seeking a talented Senior Architect to join their team, focusing on historic buildings and innovative projects. Applicants should have at least 6 years of relevant experience and a commitment to high-quality work. This role offers the opportunity to make an impact on prestigious projects while working within a supportive and collaborative environment. Flexible working options and competitive benefits are provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible and hybrid working

Enhanced annual leave and sabbaticals

Opportunity to work on prestigious projects

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience working with historic buildings and sites.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver across all RIBA stages.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver innovative high-quality projects across multiple sectors.
• Manage existing projects through hands-on technical delivery.
• Support the existing team in project execution.

Skills

Strong design and presentation skills

6 years experience with historic buildings

Attention to detail

Project leadership skills

Passion for sustainability

Proficiency in BIM/Revit

Job description

Senior Architect - Specialist in Heritage Projects

Are you an experienced Architect with a passion for working on historic buildings and delivering exceptional results? We're working with a leading architectural practice in London seeking a talented Senior Architect to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in designing and delivering innovative, high‑quality projects across public, cultural, prime residential, and higher education sectors. If you're passionate about preserving heritage while driving sustainable solutions, this role is for you.

Key Skills required

• Strong design and presentation skills, with a portfolio that stands out of high quality demonstrating excellent technical and construction knowledge.
• At least 6 years experience working with historic buildings and sites, showing sensitivity and creativity in adapting them for contemporary use.
• A commitment to delivering high‑quality work, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver across all RIBA stages.
• Highly organised with excellent project leadership skills.
• Passionate about sustainability in heritage buildings, integrating forward‑thinking, environmentally friendly approaches.
• Experience in public, cultural, prime residential, or higher education projects is essential.
• Proficiency in BIM/Revit.
• A bonus would be if you are AABC or SCA/CA accredited, if you are please highlight this in your application.

Why This Role?

This is a rare chance to join a practice that leads the way in innovative heritage architecture. With a strong pipeline of exciting projects and a collaborative team environment, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact identifying, winning and delivering new projects. Many of the practice's current projects are at construction stage, so your focus will be on hands‑on technical delivery and supporting the existing team.

What's on Offer?

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible and hybrid working.
• A supportive and creative team culture, with enhanced annual leave to sabbaticals during long service.
• The chance to work on prestigious projects that shape the future of historic sites.
• The opportunity to shape the growth of the practice, identifying growth opportunities, mentoring and growing a talented team to achieve company goals.

If you're an ambitious Senior Architect with the expertise and passion to take on this exciting challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more!

If this sounds like you, please get in touch ASAP with your CV and Portfolio. Alternatively, contact me for a confidential conversation any time that suits you on (url removed).

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.