Architect Job in East Grinstead, West Sussex
A new Architect job or Architectural Technician job has opened for an Adaptation Team Lead to join an established architectural practice in West Sussex. This is a role with purpose leading projects that transform the lives of people and families affected by life–changing injury or trauma. This is a great role offering the chance to develop a specialist team and be able to directly affect the life of your clients.
The practice delivers architectural services across multiple sectors including residential, healthcare, commercial and fa ade. This role focuses on their specialist adaptation projects, which often arise from personal injury or clinical negligence claims. Working in collaboration with legal teams and client representatives, you'll help design and deliver homes that improve independence, accessibility and long–term wellbeing.
The work is technically demanding and emotionally engaging. Each project is personal. You'll need to balance practical design and contract oversight with empathy, resilience and strong communication. This is an ideal opportunity for an Architect or experienced Architectural Technician who thrives in delivery and is motivated by making a tangible difference.
Role & Responsibilities
* Lead 15–20 residential adaptation projects annually
* Manage from Stage 3 through to construction and post–completion
* Oversee contract administration using JCT (minor works, intermediate, occasionally full)
* Work with other departments in the practice, and long–term look to grow the team
* Deliver tailored home adaptations including hydrotherapy pools, carer suites, and access adjustments
* Maintain regular client and site contact
* Work empathetically with clients and their families, often in post–trauma scenarios.
Required Skills & Experience
* Strong Stage 5 delivery experience on domestic/residential projects
* Proven track record administering JCT contracts
* Revit proficiency is essential
* Comfortable managing multiple live projects across planning, tender and construction
* A background in domestic residential work is preferred over purely commercial experience
* Previous experience in adaptations or high–stakes residential projects is a plus
* Empathy, patience, and emotional resilience are critical
* Architect or Technologist considered.
What you get back
* 40,000 – 55,000 salary depending on experience
* Clear opportunity to shape and grow your own team
* 7.5 hour workday with flexible start/finish between 7am–7pm
* Core hours: 10–4
* 4 days in office, 1 day remote (Tuesday or Wednesday)
* Team events.
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