Senior Architect/ Senior Technologist

Senior Architect / Senior Architectural Technologist

Cladding Remediation & Retrofit

Crawley | Hybrid working (2 days WFH)
Salary negotiable

An established architectural practice is seeking a Senior Architect or Senior Architectural Technologist to join its growing technical team, specialising in cladding remediation and retrofit projects across the residential and mixed-use sectors.

This is a hands-on technical role, suited to a confident Revit user with strong regulatory knowledge and experience working within the current Building Safety framework. You'll play a key role in delivering technically robust design packages while coordinating consultants and supporting compliance through the Gateway process.

The Role

Lead and deliver technical design packages for cladding remediation and retrofit schemes

Produce and coordinate detailed Revit models, drawings, and specifications

Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated legislation

Support and, where required, undertake BRPD (Building Regulations Principal Designer) duties

Prepare and contribute to Gateway 1, 2 & 3 submissions

Coordinate consultant and specialist subcontractor design information

Review contractor proposals, technical details, and material selections

Identify and manage technical and regulatory risks

Provide technical guidance and support to junior team members

Liaise with clients, contractors, and statutory authorities

Skills & Experience

Essential

Qualified Architect or Architectural Technologist

Strong Revit proficiency

3-5 years' experience in cladding remediation, façade replacement, or retrofit projects

Strong technical detailing and construction knowledge

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 teams

Strong communication and coordination skills

Desirable

Experience working on Higher-Risk Buildings

Previous involvement in BRPD roles or support functions

Knowledge of fire safety strategies, façade systems, and compliance routes

Immediate or short-notice availability

What's on Offer

Work on high-profile, technically challenging remediation and retrofit projects

Supportive and collaborative studio environment

Competitive salary based on experience

Hybrid working arrangement

Clear progression opportunities within a growing technical team