Senior Heritage Architect: Adaptive Reuse & Conservation

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, South Africa is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer with expertise in heritage and adaptive reuse. You will lead design initiatives, conduct heritage research, and ensure compliance with heritage regulations while collaborating with specialists.

The ideal candidate will have a strong heritage portfolio, knowledge of SA heritage laws, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, enabling compliant and innovative design solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of architectural design experience with heritage conservation focus.
• Experience with heritage approval processes.
• Portfolio of heritage/adaptive reuse projects.
• Knowledge of South African heritage legislation and building codes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for design and documentation.
• Excellent documentation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process for heritage and adaptive reuse projects.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis of existing heritage buildings, including historical significance and structural conditions.
• Develop creative and sensitive design proposals for adaptive reuse of historic structures.
• Ensure all designs comply with national and local heritage guidelines and regulations.
• Collaborate with heritage consultants, structural engineers, and conservation specialists.
• Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and documentation for heritage-sensitive construction.
• Oversee site supervision, ensuring the integrity of the existing fabric during construction.
• Liaise with heritage authorities and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project timelines and budgets for adaptive reuse projects.
• Mentor junior designers in heritage architecture principles.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Placements24 in East London, South Africa is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer with expertise in heritage and adaptive reuse. You will lead design initiatives, conduct heritage research, and ensure compliance with heritage regulations while collaborating with specialists.

The ideal candidate will have a strong heritage portfolio, knowledge of SA heritage laws, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, enabling compliant and innovative design solutions.