Senior Heritage Architect: Conservation & Adaptive Reuse

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Flexible work arrangements

Salary commensurate with experience

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Heritage Conservation Architect to lead preservation and restoration projects in Rustenburg, North West. You will drive sensitive adaptations of historic fabric, ensuring compliance with NHRA and local heritage regulations while integrating sustainable practices.

The role requires a deep knowledge of South African heritage architecture, strong liaison with heritage bodies, and mentorship of junior staff. A master’s degree and SACAP registration are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture, Conservation or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of specialized heritage conservation experience.
• Proficiency in architectural software (AutoCAD, Revit) and 3D modeling.
• Registration as SACAP Professional Architect with heritage focus.

Responsibilities

• Perform condition assessments and historical research for heritage buildings in Rustenburg area.
• Develop conservation management plans and adaptive reuse proposals.
• Prepare drawings, specifications and reports for conservation projects per heritage guidelines.
• Coordinate with heritage authorities, clients, and contractors throughout projects.

Skills

Heritage conservation

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Stakeholder negotiation

Research & analysis

Education

Master's degree in Architecture/Conservation

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

3D modeling

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Heritage Conservation Architect to lead preservation and restoration projects in Rustenburg, North West. You will drive sensitive adaptations of historic fabric, ensuring compliance with NHRA and local heritage regulations while integrating sustainable practices.

The role requires a deep knowledge of South African heritage architecture, strong liaison with heritage bodies, and mentorship of junior staff. A master’s degree and SACAP registration are essential.