Project Architect – Heritage Conservation
Working closely with the Directors and the heritage team, you will take responsibility for a portfolio of significant heritage projects across Sydney and NSW. This is a senior, hands-on role for an architect with strong experience in heritage conservation, restoration and adaptive reuse, confident managing projects from inception through documentation, construction and completion.
Key responsibilities
Managing heritage conservation, restoration and adaptive reuse projects across all project stages
Undertaking detailed site inspections, condition assessments and investigations of existing and historic building fabric
Developing appropriate conservation methodologies and practical repair solutions
Preparing architectural drawings, specifications, schedules of conservation works and other technical documentation
Managing tender and construction-stage services, including contract administration
Reviewing contractor methodologies, samples, shop drawings and site works
Coordinating clients, heritage consultants, structural engineers, services consultants, contractors and approval authorities
Managing project programmes, budgets, deliverables and overall project performance
Mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior architects and graduates
Contributing to the ongoing technical standards, project systems and day-to-day operation of the practice
About you
Registration as an Architect in Australia, or eligibility for registration
Approximately 5+ years of professional architectural experience




Demonstrated experience in heritage conservation, restoration and adaptive reuse
Practical knowledge of traditional building materials and conservation techniques, ideally including sandstone and masonry conservation, lime mortars, roofing, leadwork, timber and historic building fabric
Experience preparing conservation documentation, specifications and schedules of works
Strong construction-stage and contract administration experience
Confidence undertaking site inspections and resolving technical issues during construction
A sound understanding of NSW heritage legislation, conservation principles and recognised best-practice approaches
Solid client, consultant and contractor coordination skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
About us
Established over 40 years ago, OCP Architects is a Sydney-based architectural practice specialising in heritage conservation, restoration and adaptive reuse. We work across some of NSW's most significant heritage buildings and precincts, providing specialist architectural and heritage services from early strategic advice and conservation planning through to detailed documentation, contract administration and on-site delivery. Our long-standing clients include major universities, government agencies, local authorities, churches, institutions and private organisations. Our portfolio encompasses State Heritage Register-listed buildings, railway and transport heritage, sandstone buildings, churches, civic buildings, educational institutions and major historic precincts.
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📌 Project Architect – Heritage Conservation (New South Wales)
🏢 OCP Architects
📍 New South Wales