Heritage Architect | Conservation Design & Projects Lead

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 96,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive team

Preservation of cultural heritage

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Heritage Architect for a respected architectural practice in Queenstown (Eastern Cape). The role focuses on restoration, conservation, and sensitive integration of historical buildings, collaborating with heritage authorities and clients.

The ideal candidate holds SACAP registration, with 8+ years in heritage architecture and strong design and project management skills to lead conservation projects. Office-based role with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Registered architect with SACAP.
• Minimum 8 years post-registration experience in heritage architecture and conservation.
• Experience managing heritage conservation projects.
• Knowledge of historical building materials and conservation techniques.
• Proficiency in drawing and documentation software.

Responsibilities

• Undertake heritage impact assessments and feasibility studies.
• Develop conservation philosophy, strategies, and design proposals.
• Prepare architectural drawings, specifications, and conservation reports.
• Administer heritage construction projects with quality control.
• Liaise with heritage authorities and consultants.
• Mentor junior team members in heritage practices.
• Ensure compliance with National Heritage Resources Act and local policies.

Skills

Heritage architecture

Project management

Stakeholder management

Architectural drafting

Education

Professional Architect registration (SACAP)

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Heritage Architect for a respected architectural practice in Queenstown (Eastern Cape). The role focuses on restoration, conservation, and sensitive integration of historical buildings, collaborating with heritage authorities and clients.

The ideal candidate holds SACAP registration, with 8+ years in heritage architecture and strong design and project management skills to lead conservation projects. Office-based role with opportunities for professional development.