Senior Heritage Consultant Job in Cambridge
An exciting Senior Heritage Consultant job is now available to join a leading architectural and heritage consultancy in Cambridge. Play a pivotal role in shaping projects across East Anglia, blending historic preservation with innovative design.
Founded in the 1940s, this practice has grown to a team of over 280 across 11 UK offices. With a diverse client base ranging from public bodies and charities to developers and private clients, the consultancy has built a reputation for delivering projects across the UK and internationally. Their portfolio combines sensitive restoration with striking contemporary architecture, rooted in quality, context, and design vision.
Role & Responsibilities
* Report to the Heritage Consultancy Partner and provide expert heritage advice across projects in East Anglia
* Undertake conservation management plans, significance and capacity analysis, and heritage impact assessments
* Conduct desk-based and archival research, as well as on-site built fabric analysis
* Prepare detailed, accurate, and well-written heritage reports
* Act as the heritage lead on projects, liaising with clients, architects, and statutory stakeholders
* Prepare fee proposals and contribute to business development
* Mentor junior team members, oversee workloads, review work, and support team growth
Required Skills & Experience
* Minimum of 7 years' professional experience in building conservation, building archaeology, heritage planning, or related field
* Proven expertise in archival research, on-site analysis, and producing high-quality reports; GIS proficiency desirable
* Experience mentoring and managing junior staff
* Track record of leading projects and managing workloads
* Knowledge of RIBA stages, particularly 0-3
* Ability to prepare fee proposals and bids
* Membership of IHBC, CIfA, or equivalent professional institution
* Knowledge of the South-East heritage market
* Full UK driving licence
What you get back
* Salary: £40,000 - £48,000 per annum
* Flexible working hours with hybrid availability
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
* Enhanced learning and development opportunities
* Virtual GP service