Conservation Architect

Overview of the Role

Conservation Architect job in Brighton for an ARB-registered Architect with proven UK conservation and heritage experience. The role focuses on listed buildings, adaptive reuse, conservation areas and high‑end private residential schemes, with involvement across planning, listed building consent, technical design and site delivery.

This established practice works across architecture, master planning, sustainable design, BIM, project management, conservation and adaptive reuse. Projects include significant conservation schemes, Grade II
* listed buildings, historic assets, community buildings and private residential work, with a focus on retaining character, setting and long‑term value.

• Lead and support conservation and heritage projects across relevant RIBA work stages
• Prepare planning, listed building consent and conservation area applications
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, engineers, contractors and specialist craftspeople
• Liaise with conservation officers, planning authorities and heritage bodies
• Produce technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation
• Attend site inspections and monitor works in line with conservation best practice

• ARB-registered Architect with UK post‑qualification experience
• Demonstrable experience delivering conservation and heritage projects in the UK
• Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation for listed buildings and conservation areas
• Understanding of traditional construction methods, including masonry, timber and lime mortars
• Strong organisational and project management skills across technical and site stages
• AABC or RIBA Specialist Conservation Register accreditation would be beneficial

Flexible and hybrid working, with up to two days working from home per week. Pension scheme, progression opportunities, ongoing CPD, regular social events and the opportunity to work on significant conservation and heritage projects.