Conservation Architect

Overview

In this role, you will work within the client’s conservation team to shape and deliver projects of historic and architectural significance. You will balance technical excellence with sensitive design in conservation contexts, collaborating with a seasoned practice that values meticulous craft. You lead and manage projects, ensuring compliance with UK planning and building regulations while maintaining strong stakeholder communication. This is an opportunity to contribute to timeless buildings and to grow within a well-established, multi-award winning firm.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary
• generous benefits package

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage conservation projects from concept through completion
• Collaborate independently or within cross-functional teams on large schemes
• Deliver technically sound designs that respect historic fabric and planning requirements
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations and planning processes
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and authorities to secure approvals
• Produce and refine technical drawings using Revit and AutoCAD
• Utilize SketchUp and Adobe tools for visualization and documentation
• Support the portfolio with strong communication and project-running skills

Key requirements

• RIBA/ARB registered Architect or Degree Qualified in Architectural Technology
• Minimum 4 years post-qualification UK experience
• Excellent technical knowledge and demonstrable design skills
• Job running experience
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD
• Proven experience working on conservation projects
• Strong communication skills
• Sound knowledge of UK Planning Process, Tender packages and Building Regulations
• Working knowledge of SketchUp and Adobe packages
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Strong communication
• Motivation and initiative
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Revit
• AutoCAD
• SketchUp

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