Conservation Architect – Heritage Projects

About the role

We are recruiting two Conservation Architects to join a major Irish government agency responsible for the stewardship of the nation’s most iconic state‑owned buildings. This role offers the chance to shape the future of Ireland’s historic environment by working on landmark sites such as Dublin Castle, the Custom House and the National Museum of Ireland.

Key responsibilities

• Lead conservation, refurbishment, fit‑out and maintenance projects on landmark State‑owned buildings.
• Collaborate with specialist craftspeople on historic joinery, plasterwork and metalwork.
• Produce high‑quality AutoCAD drawings and contract documentation.
• Drive projects from concept through to completion, managing both office design work and on‑site delivery.
• Work alongside a multidisciplinary design team to safeguard and re‑imagine treasured structures.

Required profile

• Minimum of 5 years post‑graduation experience, including project or site management.
• Strong design and drawing abilities with proven proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Genuine passion for historic buildings and a desire to contribute to their conservation.
• Post‑graduate qualification in building conservation or at least 2 years experience with historic or protected structures is preferred.
• Experience on public or government buildings and hands‑on involvement in building conservation projects are advantageous.

Required skills

• AutoCAD

What we offer

• Initial 1‑year fixed‑term contract with the possibility of extensions up to 3–4 years.
• Hybrid working options (based in Dublin or Trim).
• 37.4‑hour work week, Monday to Friday.
• Direct impact on the preservation of Ireland’s cultural and historic landmarks.