Jr. Heritage Architect

Jr. Heritage Architect

Location: MUSSOORIE

Duration: 3 months
Remuneration: Commensurate with experience and commitment

About the Project

This is a unique opportunity to participate in the curation and presentation of a private heritage restoration project involving a colonial-era house built in 1914 in Mussoorie. The heritage house has been meticulously restored over the past two years, alongside the acquisition and restoration of over 90 pieces of antique furniture and various 19th20th century decorative arts, including stoneware, engravings, and lithographs. The journey has been documented through thousands of photographs and videos.

The project is now entering the final stages, involving redesign of wash rooms, courtyards, facades, land scaping, iron monger, wall and spatial layout and dcor, furniture and furnishings, with a strong emphasis on authenticity and heritage sensitivity.

Role: Heritage Architect/Supervisor

We are seeking a hands-on professional to be based at Mussoorie, for the duration of 3 months, to support in the planning and execution of the final stages as listed above.

The role involves close engagement with materials, craftsmen, and on-site execution, ensuring that all finishes align with the architectural character and historical integrity of the property.

The person shall assist in design & execution pertaining to spatial planning of both interiors and exteriors, lighting, washroom, kitchen, pantry make overs, ironmongery, landscaping, furnishings and interiors.

Key Responsibilities

Surface & Finish Execution

l Assist in and supervise execution of oxide flooring, IPS, microcement, terrazzo, lime/cement plasters, and exposed concrete finishes

l Ensure correct substrate preparation, material mixing, application techniques, curing, and surface protection

l Coordinate with applicators, craftsmen, and site teams

l Monitor timelines while maintaining finish quality and consistency

Material & Sample Development

l Develop trial panels and mock-ups for flooring and wall finishes

l Support colour matching, pigment selection, and texture development

l Document finish processes for reference and repeatability

l Identify and resolve material or finish-related issues on site

Design & Layout

l Assist in spatial planning of interior and exterior spaces

l Assist in light and electrical layout and execution

l Assist in land scape design and implementation

l Assist in design and execution of bathroom, kitchen, pantry make overs

l Assist in execution of interior layout and furnishings

Heritage Sensitivity & Coordination

l Ensure materials & finishes respect the heritage character and architectural language of the house

l Coordinate with lead architects, designers, and project leads to interpret design intent

l Assist where required in the integration and placement of restored furniture and decorative objects

Quality Control & Documentation

l Conduct quality checks prior to final handover

l Maintain basic documentation including site photographs, finish samples, and process notes

l Support archival documentation of execution phases

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Background in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design or Product/Material Design, or equivalent hands-on finishing experience
• Understanding of cement & lime based materials and artisanal surface finishes
• Proficiency in CAD, in interpreting designs and drawings and re-modelling the same when needed.
• Familiarity with on-site execution, curing processes, and quality control
• Strong attention to detail and sensitivity to surface quality
• Patience and discipline required for artisanal and heritage work
• Practical problem-solving mindset on site
• Clear communication and ability to work closely with applicators and site teams

Benefits

• Direct involvement in a rare live heritage restoration

• Exposure to artisan-led surface finishes and conservation-sensitive execution

• Experience working at the intersection of materials, craftsmanship, and heritage storytelling

• Opportunity to strengthen a specialised portfolio in heritage and artisanal finishes