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Senior Heritage Consultant – Built Environment
Artefact Heritage and Environment is looking for an experienced Senior Heritage Consultant – Built Environment to join our team in Pyrmont, Sydney.
This is an opportunity for a capable built heritage professional who is at a strong point in their consulting career: you have developed sound technical judgement, project experience and confidence in your work, and are ready to take on meaningful responsibility while continuing to grow alongside experienced practitioners.
You will bring your perspective, curiosity and heritage expertise to a team that is expanding, evolving and committed to doing excellent work. In return, you will have the opportunity to work on varied and challenging projects, collaborate with specialists across disciplines, deepen your technical expertise and play a genuine part in shaping the future of our Built Environment team.
Why join Artefact?
Artefact is a leading heritage and environmental consultancy providing archaeological, cultural heritage management, built heritage, interpretation and environmental assessment services.
Our purpose is simple: Illuminate the Past – Inspire the Future.
We work with clients to create heritage outcomes that are thoughtful, practical and grounded in strong research, clear communication and sound professional advice. Our projects involve government, developers, architects, planners, designers, councils, community organisations, asset owners and Traditional Owners.
At Artefact, social and environmental justice is in our DNA. We are a purpose-led organisation that believes heritage consulting can—and should—contribute to positive change. We are looking for people who are curious, collaborative and brave, and who want to help create a company that lives its values every day.
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Managing built heritage projects and project components from commencement through to final delivery
Planning project tasks, programmes, budgets, resourcing and quality-assurance activities
Preparing high-quality heritage assessments, heritage impact statements, conservation management plans, archival recording reports and other consultancy deliverables
Undertaking heritage site inspections, surveys, photographic archival recording, fabric analysis and related field-based activities
Conducting historical, archival and background research to inform heritage assessments and recommendations
Providing clear, practical and well-considered heritage advice to clients, project teams and stakeholders
Preparing heritage approval and permit applications, supporting documentation and responses to regulator or client feedback
Liaising with clients, architects, planners, developers, councils, Heritage NSW and other relevant authorities
Coordinating project tasks and working collaboratively with other consultants, specialists and project team members
Reviewing project material and helping to maintain Artefact’s technical, editorial and quality standards
Preparing proposals, fee estimates and tender material, with support from senior colleagues where appropriate
Contributing to strong client relationships, repeat work and the continued growth of Artefact’s Built Environment service offering
Participating in team meetings, professional development, company initiatives and relevant industry events
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Essential experience and capabilities
At least five years’ experience in the heritage industry
Experience in built heritage consulting, heritage planning, heritage conservation, architecture, historical archaeology or a related discipline
Demonstrated experience preparing heritage assessments, heritage impact statements, management plans, archival recording reports or similar professional reports
Sound working knowledge of NSW heritage legislation, planning processes and current heritage best practice
Experience managing projects, substantial project components or consultant workstreams to agreed programmes and budgets
Excellent written communication, research, analytical and report-writing skills
Experience undertaking heritage inspections, surveys, historical research, archival research, photographic recording or comparable field-based work
The ability to communicate confidently and professionally with clients, project teams, regulators and stakeholders
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
A thoughtful, solutions-focused approach to problem-solving
Relevant tertiary qualifications in heritage conservation, architecture, archaeology, planning, architectural history or a related discipline
Current Australian driver’s licence
Valid Construction Induction Training Card, commonly known as a White Card
Desirable experience
The following will be well regarded, but are not essential:
Postgraduate qualifications in heritage, conservation or a related discipline
Experience in heritage approvals and regulatory processes, including engagement with Heritage NSW and local councils
Experience in conservation, fabric analysis, adaptive reuse, heritage photography or photographic archival recording
Experience in historical archaeology or related field-based heritage practice
Experience preparing proposals, fee estimates or tender responses
Existing relationships with clients, councils, government agencies or other heritage-sector stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite experience also valued
The role
As a Senior Heritage Consultant, you will manage and deliver built heritage projects with the support of the Built Environment Team Leader, Technical Directors and a wider multidisciplinary heritage team.
You will take ownership of projects and key project components, from research, site work and assessment through to client advice, reports, approvals and final delivery. You will work directly with clients and stakeholders, coordinate project inputs and help ensure our work is accurate, practical, compliant and delivered to a high standard.
This is a hands-on consulting role. You will balance desk-based research and report preparation with heritage site inspections, archival recording, client meetings, project coordination and engagement with regulators and project partners.
You will work closely with colleagues in built heritage, historical archaeology, Aboriginal cultural heritage, interpretation and environmental assessment. There will be opportunities to contribute your own ideas, learn from others and develop your career in the direction that best aligns with your interests and strengths.
About you
You are an established heritage consultant with a strong foundation in built heritage practice and the confidence to take responsibility for your work.
You have already built meaningful experience in heritage assessment, research, report writing, site-based work and project delivery. You understand that good heritage advice needs to be rigorous, but also clear, practical and responsive to the needs of clients, places and communities.
You may be at the point in your career where you are ready for more complex projects, more direct client contact and a greater opportunity to influence how work is approached and delivered. You are comfortable working independently, while also valuing collaboration, feedback and the opportunity to learn from a team with deep and diverse expertise.
Most importantly, you bring enthusiasm for heritage, pride in your work and a willingness to contribute to a team that is building something meaningful together.
Applications close ….
What we offer
Attractive remuneration commensurate with experience
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development leave and a professional development allowance
Regular training, technical support and informal learning opportunities
The opportunity to work with experienced practitioners across built heritage, historical archaeology, Aboriginal cultural heritage, interpretation and environmental services
Exposure to varied, interesting and complex heritage projects
Genuine career development opportunities within a growing consultancy
A collaborative, supportive and inclusive team environment
Allocated time to participate in social and environmental justice initiatives through Artefact’s Purpose Team program
Employee talent referral scheme
Pets at Work arrangements
A distinctive heritage office overlooking Sydney Harbour, with regional offices in Newcastle and Bathurst
Meet the team
Our Built Environment team bring a wealth of experience and the latest expertise to our clients’ heritage projects.
L-R:
Amelia Parkins Team Leader (not pictured)
Scott MacArthur Principal
Our Commitments
FIRST NATIONS FIRST
Be guided by our First Nations Communities.
BE ACTIVISTS
Stand against inequality and injustice.
SUPPORT CLIMATE JUSTICE
Strive to reduce climate impact.
DO THE RIGHT THING
Make ethical decisions.