Senior Architect or Senior Architectural Technologist Job in East Grinstead, West Sussex offering the chance to lead complex cladding remediation and retrofit projects within a technically driven, RIBA Chartered practice. This is a hands‑on role for a confident Revit user looking to work at the forefront of Building Safety and regulatory compliance in a collaborative hybrid environment.
This well‑established, multi‑sector RIBA Chartered architectural practice is recognised for its technical rigour and design quality. The studio has built a strong reputation for delivering complex remediation, retrofit and compliance‑led projects, particularly within the residential and mixed‑use sectors, working closely with clients, consultants and contractors to navigate evolving Building Safety legislation.
Role & Responsibilities
* Lead and deliver technical design packages for cladding remediation and retrofit projects
* Produce, manage and coordinate detailed Revit models, drawings and specifications
* Ensure full compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulations
* Support and undertake Building Regulations Principal Designer duties where required
* Prepare and contribute to Gateway 1, 2 and 3 submissions
* Coordinate external consultants and specialist subcontractor design information
* Review contractor proposals, technical details and material specifications
* Identify, manage and mitigate technical and regulatory risks
* Support junior team members and contribute to technical reviews
* Liaise with clients, contractors and statutory authorities throughout project delivery.
Required Skills & Experience
* Qualified Architect or Architectural Technologist
* Strong Revit proficiency is essential
* 3-5 years' experience in cladding remediation, façade replacement or retrofit projects
* Excellent technical knowledge and construction detailing capability
* Good working knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022
* Familiarity with the Gateway process
* Understanding of BRPD responsibilities and design risk management
* Experience working within multi-disciplinary project teams
* Strong communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills.
What you get back
* Salary of £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience
* Opportunity to work on high‑profile, technically challenging remediation and retrofit projects
* Supportive and collaborative studio environment
* Hybrid working arrangements
* Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing technical team
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