Kimberley Heritage Conservation Lead Architect

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical aid

Retirement annuity

Professional development

Heritage projects exposure

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a leading architectural firm, seeks a Senior Heritage Architect to lead conservation, restoration, and adaptive reuse projects in Kimberley, Northern Cape.

You will develop conservation strategies, conduct heritage impact assessments, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with heritage legislation. The role includes mentoring junior architects and driving project success from inception to completion.

Qualifications

• Proven portfolio of heritage conservation and adaptive reuse projects.
• In-depth knowledge of SA heritage legislation and policies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design and planning for heritage conservation and restoration projects.
• Conduct thorough condition assessments and historical research for heritage structures.
• Develop detailed conservation plans, heritage statements, and design proposals for restoration and adaptive reuse.
• Ensure designs and interventions are sympathetic to the historical context and meet conservation standards.
• Collaborate with heritage authorities, local municipalities, and other stakeholders to gain necessary approvals.
• Oversee the project team, consultants, and contractors during the execution phase of heritage projects.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and specifications related to heritage architecture.
• Advise clients on heritage legislation, best practices, and the long-term maintenance of heritage assets.
• Mentor junior architects and contribute to the firm's expertise in heritage conservation within Kimberley.

Skills

Heritage conservation

Leadership

Project management

Research

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree in Architecture with Conservation specialization

SACAP registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Placements24, on behalf of a leading architectural firm, seeks a Senior Heritage Architect to lead conservation, restoration, and adaptive reuse projects in Kimberley, Northern Cape.

You will develop conservation strategies, conduct heritage impact assessments, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with heritage legislation. The role includes mentoring junior architects and driving project success from inception to completion.