Heritage Architect - Conservation & BIM Lead

Vacancy type Current vacancies

Profession Architecture

Location London

Description

Full time, permanent contract

About the role

We have an opportunity for a qualified architect with practical and built experience to work on the design and delivery of significant heritage and listed building projects.

Additional requirement:

Please note that due to the nature of our portfolio, we will require all successful candidates to undergo a security check Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). As part of this requirement candidates may need to undergo various checks including:
Identity, Right to Work; 3 years UK Employment/Education History.

If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed or rejected.

About us

BDP is a leading, global, multidisciplinary design practice united by a shared purpose: to design a world that’s built for good. For more than 60 years, we've been solving problems, creating innovative spaces, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From the start, we've been pioneers in the world of design, and our legacy is built on the meaningful, people-centred places we've brought to life.

We are a diverse, international practice of architects, engineers, designers, and urbanists. We work closely with our clients, users, and communities to craft spaces for living, working, learning, and enjoying life across the globe. With studios spanning the UK, Ireland, Europe, Asia, and North America, our reach is as broad as our expertise. And since joining forces with Japan’s Nippon Koei in 2016, our ability to deliver integrated, impactful design has only grown stronger.

Our work is rooted in creativity, quality, and collaboration. We believe that great design removes barriers and opens new possibilities, all while meeting the demands of a constantly evolving world. Whether we’re designing homes, workplaces, or public spaces, we always put people at the heart of our thinking, ensuring that the environments we create are not just functional, but also inclusive, beautiful, and socially and environmentally responsible.

We’re proud of the places we've shaped and the lives we've touched, and we are committed to continuing our mission of designing a better, more connected world—one that leaves every place better than we found it.

About you

Ideally, you will have experience working as a qualified architect within a leading design-led organisation. You will have experience of working with historic building fabric, excellent design, technical, and software skills and you will be able to work collaboratively and productively leading design teams and taking responsibility for projects from inception to completion. Your portfolio will illustrate strong design and technical skills and a clear understanding of conservation philosophy on a range of medium to large scale projects.

Ideally, you will have experience of using Revit within a BIM for conservation context, with the ability and awareness to appropriately manage workflows and digital information through all stages.

You will be capable of managing your work, and the work of others, to meet deadlines and demonstrate strong leadership skills and a collaborative team-working style. You will be able to work effectively with people at all levels and from all backgrounds and have excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing. You will be able to advocate for the team and help with mentoring less experienced members, supporting mutual growth and wellbeing.

You must hold ARB registration. Ideally, you are also conservation accredited or actively pursuing accreditation.

We are looking for candidates with at least 6 years’ experience working with heritage or demonstrable experience having delivered at least two completed projects involving existing buildings.

BDP offers

In return, BDP can offer you a wide range of learning opportunities to encourage personal and professional career development. From sponsorship to profession led CPD events, we also offer annual appraisals and a mentoring scheme that is supported by our internal online learning platform.

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