Lead Heritage Conservation Architect – Restorations

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 96,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development support

Generous annual leave

Membership reimbursements

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Conservation Architect to lead heritage preservation and restoration across Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will assess conditions, plan conservation strategies, and implement restoration with a focus on authenticity and minimal intervention, while collaborating with heritage authorities and specialists.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Architecture with Conservation, SACAP registration, 8+ years of relevant experience, and strong AutoCAD/Revit skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture with Conservation specialization.
• Minimum 8 years of heritage conservation experience.
• Registration with SACAP is essential.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Conduct condition assessments and historical research for heritage buildings and sites.
• Develop conservation management plans and restoration strategies with minimal intervention to preserve original fabric.
• Prepare drawings, specifications and schedules for conservation works.
• Oversee projects ensuring compliance with heritage guidelines and regulations.
• Coordinate with heritage bodies, authorities, engineers, and specialists.
• Manage budgets and timelines for conservation initiatives in Queenstown.

Skills

Heritage conservation

Project management

Client management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Architecture (Conservation)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Conservation Architect to lead heritage preservation and restoration across Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will assess conditions, plan conservation strategies, and implement restoration with a focus on authenticity and minimal intervention, while collaborating with heritage authorities and specialists.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Architecture with Conservation, SACAP registration, 8+ years of relevant experience, and strong AutoCAD/Revit skills.