Heritage Conservation Architect — Hybrid Role

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Hybrid work

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Heritage projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Conservation Architect to join their team, focusing on the preservation and restoration of heritage buildings in and around Soweto. This hybrid role blends architectural expertise, historical knowledge, and conservation principles with essential site work and collaborative office sessions.

You will lead projects, prepare conservation specifications, liaise with heritage bodies and authorities, and ensure compliance with national and international standards while

Qualifications

• Registered architect with SACAP.
• Extensive heritage architecture experience.
• Knowledge of historical building typologies, materials and methods.
• Familiar with heritage legislation and guidelines.
• Strong research, documentation and project management skills.

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.

Skills

Heritage architecture

Conservation

Project management

Documentation

Research

Education

SACAP registration

Job description

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.

Workplace Type

Hybrid Working