Jess Burrows

Jess is an experienced heritage professional specialising in conservation-led regeneration projects.

After completing her first degree in History, Jess spent eight years working in third-sector communications and policy. Following her longstanding passion for the historic built environment, she then gained an MSc in Architectural Conservation at the University of Edinburgh and was awarded the IHBC-Marsh Award for her research into heritage-led area based regeneration.

As Project Manager at Scottish Historic Buildings Trust, Jess leads major projects to bring significant historic buildings at risk back into sustainable use, as well as supporting local authorities and community groups to deliver their own place-based regeneration initiatives and building projects. Her current projects include the Bernat Klein Studio and the development of a traditional skills training programme based in Eyemouth.

She also serves as a member of Heritage Network’s Scotland Committee.