Senior Conservation Architect

Hunter Dunning Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm is seeking a Senior Conservation Architect in Bermondsey, London. This role requires an ARB-registered Architect with over 7 years of experience in heritage projects, strong technical knowledge, and leadership abilities. Responsibilities include managing complex projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Benefits include a salary range of £44,000 to £56,000, flexible working hours, and additional incentives. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate architect to contribute to significant conservation work.

Benefits

£44,000 - £56,000

2 days working from home per week

Training and development opportunities

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Yearly bonus

Pension scheme

Medical cover

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Eye care vouchers

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Qualifications

• 7+ years' post-Part 3 UK experience as an Architect.
• Proven track record of delivering heritage or conservation projects.
• Strong technical knowledge, particularly in RIBA stages 2 to 6.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex heritage and conservation projects from design to completion.
• Work closely with consultants and clients.
• Manage project teams and mentor junior staff.
• Oversight of technical design and regulatory compliance.
• Contract administration and on-site coordination.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical knowledge

Organisational skills

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Understanding of UK Building Regulations

Education

ARB-registered Architect

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

NBS

Job description

Senior Conservation Architect Job in Bermondsey, London

A new Senior Conservation Architect job is now available! Join a multi-disciplinary team delivering award-winning heritage and conservation projects alongside high-quality contemporary design. This role is ideal for an experienced Architect passionate about working with historic and listed buildings.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead complex heritage and conservation projects from early design through to completion
• Work closely with consultants, heritage specialists, and clients
• Manage project teams, mentoring junior staff
• Oversee technical design, detailing, and compliance with regulations
• Undertake contract administration and on-site coordination
• Contribute to bids, proposals, and client presentations.

Required Skills & Experience

• ARB-registered Architect with 7+ years' post-Part 3 UK experience
• Proven track record delivering heritage or conservation projects
• Must have worked on RIBA stages 2 to 6 and have strong technical knowledge
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and NBS
• Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills
• Understanding of UK Building and Planning Regulations
• Hand drawing and graphic presentation skills desirable.

Benefits

• £44,000 - £56,000
• 2 days working from home per week & flexible working hours
• Growth within the practice, including training and development
• 25 days annual leave, increasing up to 30 days with service
• Life assurance, yearly bonus, pension scheme, medical cover, cycle to work, season ticket loan, eye care vouchers and enhanced maternity/paternity pay.

Apply

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