Conservation Architect

Conservation Architect
Location: Winchester
Job Type: Full Time

My client is seeking an experienced and talented Conservation Architect to join their team, specializing in bespoke private residential projects. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled architect with 5+ years of qualified professional experience who is looking for a challenging and rewarding career. We are looking for an ambitious, dynamic, motivated, and creative individual to contribute to high-end residential projects with a focus on conservation and traditional detailing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Delivery: Manage and deliver projects across all RIBA work stages, ensuring high standards of construction detailing and adherence to regulations.
• Technical Expertise: Develop detailed technical drawings for traditional residential projects, with a strong emphasis on high-end bespoke detailing.
• Independent and Team Work: Capable of working independently without supervision as well as within complex, multi-agency teams.
• Client and Stakeholder Management: Confidently consult with clients, design team consultants, and other stakeholders, building trust and ensuring effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Project Management: Plan and deliver work programs, adjust priorities and schedules to meet deadlines, and ensure projects are delivered within agreed timeframes, costs, and resource constraints.
• Financial Control: Take responsibility for the financial management of projects, including overseeing budgets, resource allocation, and reporting on profitability.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: A minimum of 5+ years of qualified professional experience in architecture, with solid experience in traditional technical residential detailing. Experience in high-end bespoke project detailing is highly desirable.
• Design and Technical Skills: Strong design abilities with an eye for detail, coupled with excellent technical detailing skills.
• Problem-Solving: A practical problem-solving approach and the ability to manage a complex workload.
• Knowledge and Regulations: Thorough understanding of UK planning, building regulations, building systems, and construction types.
• Contract Knowledge: Good knowledge of building contracts and contract administration.
• Software Skills: Experience with ArchiCAD is an advantage, although training will be provided for the right candidate.
• Architectural Concepts: Working knowledge of traditional and classical architectural concepts is beneficial, although not essential. An interest in the work is crucial.
• Flexibility and Travel: Willingness to travel within the UK as required.

Key Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to quickly gain the trust of clients, consultants, and team members.
• Capable of adjusting priorities to meet project deadlines and delivering high-quality work within agreed timeframes.
• Financial acumen in managing project budgets and resources.

What You’ll Get Back:

In return, my client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. This role provides the chance to work on unique conservation projects that make a real impact, contributing to preserving architectural heritage while creating stunning bespoke residential designs.

If you are an experienced Conservation Architect with a passion for bespoke residential projects and a desire to grow your career, apply now and join a team dedicated to excellence in architecture!