Perth & Kinross Heritage Trust – Built Heritage Project Officer
Perth and Kinross Heritage Trust are seeking an organised and proactive Built Heritage Project Officer to support the effective delivery of the £1.5m Historic Environment Scotland funded Perth City Heritage Fund.
The Trust award over £125,000 in funding each year through the Perth City Heritage Fund’s grant programme which helps building owners in Perth protect and repair the city’s historic buildings.
Since the Perth City Heritage Fund was established in 2012, they have delivered a range of Traditional Building Skills Training and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) events and activities. Other additional key objectives in this five-year fund include a Materials Audit, Skills Audit, and Climate Impact Assessment.
As part of career development, and to ensure you are equipped for the technical aspects of the role, the Trust will support the successful candidate with professional development including membership of professional bodies such as IHBC or RICS.
This role would suit someone who wishes to develop their career in building conservation, and a degree or equivalent knowledge in built heritage is preferred.
Main Responsibilities
- Grant Programme Delivery
- Traditional Building Skills and CPD Delivery
- Strategic Projects and Research Activities
- Project Delivery, Reporting and Communications
For more information and to proceed with your application, please read and complete the full role description, application form and equal opportunities forms below.
Built Heritage Project Officer Role Description
Application Form
Equal Opportunities Form
Description and application info
Salary: £31,000 – £34,000 per annum
Status: Full-time (36 hours per week). Fixed Term (currently funded until March 2031)
Location: Hybrid, with regular attendance at the Perth office
Closing date: Sunday 13 September 2026
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