Conservation Architect

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a specialized Conservation Architect to join their team in Soweto, focusing on preservation and sensitive restoration of heritage buildings. This hybrid role combines site work with collaborative office days and enables flexible remote arrangements to suit project needs.

You will lead conservation projects, develop management plans, prepare heritage-sensitive specifications, and liaise with heritage bodies and authorities.

Qualifications

• Professional Architect registration with SACAP.
• Experience in heritage architecture and conservation projects.
• Knowledge of historical building typologies, materials and construction methods.
• Familiarity with heritage legislation and conservation guidelines.
• Strong research, documentation and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess heritage buildings and develop conservation management plans.
• Design and oversee restoration, refurbishment and adaptive reuse of historic structures.
• Prepare specifications for heritage materials and techniques.
• Liaise with heritage bodies, authorities and clients on conservation matters.
• Ensure conservation work adheres to national and international standards.

Skills

Heritage conservation

SACAP registration

Project management

Documentation

Research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Conservation Architect to join their team, focusing on the preservation and sensitive restoration of heritage buildings in and around Soweto . This role requires a unique blend of architectural expertise, historical knowledge, and a deep understanding of conservation principles and materials. You will lead projects aimed at protecting and enhancing the architectural heritage of the region. This hybrid position allows for essential site work and collaborative office sessions, combined with flexible remote work arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the condition of heritage buildings and develop conservation management plans.
• Design and oversee restoration, refurbishment, and adaptive reuse projects for historic structures.
• Prepare detailed specifications for heritage-sensitive materials and construction techniques.
• Liaise with heritage bodies, local authorities, and clients on conservation matters.
• Ensure all conservation work adheres to relevant national and international standards and best practices.

Requirements

• Professional Architect registration with SACAP.
• Significant experience in heritage architecture and conservation projects.
• Strong knowledge of historical building typologies, materials, and construction methods.
• Familiarity with relevant heritage legislation and conservation guidelines.
• Excellent research, documentation, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and project-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model providing a mix of remote and on-site work.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for specialization and professional development in heritage architecture.
• Work on historically significant and impactful projects in the Gauteng province.