Heritage Conservation Architect - Hybrid Role in Bloemfontein

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive package

Heritage projects

Professional development

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Conservation Architect in Bloemfontein to lead preservation, restoration, and adaptive reuse of historic buildings. The role emphasizes heritage value, materials, and authentic interventions.

You will assess building conditions, develop conservation strategies, and oversee restoration works, liaising with heritage authorities and craftspeople to deliver culturally significant projects in the Free State, with hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Professional Architect with heritage conservation experience.
• Experience in assessment, documentation, restoration of historic buildings.
• Knowledge of SA heritage guidelines and legislation.
• Proficiency in architectural documentation and presentation software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct condition assessments and historical research for heritage buildings.
• Develop conservation management plans and restoration proposals in compliance with heritage guidelines.
• Prepare specifications and drawings for conservation and restoration works.
• Oversee and supervise heritage construction projects, ensuring authenticity and quality.
• Liaise with heritage authorities, stakeholders, and specialist craftspeople.

Skills

Heritage conservation

Condition assessments

Historical research

Documentation skills

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Registered Professional Architect

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Documentation software

Job description

Placements24 invites applications for a Conservation Architect in Bloemfontein to lead preservation, restoration, and adaptive reuse of historic buildings. The role emphasizes heritage value, materials, and authentic interventions.

You will assess building conditions, develop conservation strategies, and oversee restoration works, liaising with heritage authorities and craftspeople to deliver culturally significant projects in the Free State, with hybrid work arrangements.