Salary guide
Restoration Architect
- Average salary
- £30,000 – £65,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
ArchitectureConservation
- The UK has over 400,000 listed heritage assets
Other names this job is known by
- Heritage Architect
- Conservation Architect
Key responsibilities
- Design and oversee restoration of historic buildings
- Conduct site surveys and research
- Prepare plans and specifications
- Liaise with authorities and stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with conservation regulations
- Monitor project progress and budgets
- Prepare reports
- Stay updated on restoration techniques
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in architecture or conservation
- Experience in restoration or heritage roles
- Project management and conservation skills
- IT and communication
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Architect
- Project Manager
- Head of Conservation
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study architecture or conservation
- Complete a relevant degree
- Gain experience in restoration or heritage roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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