Senior Architect/ Senior 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.

• 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

Essential

• Qualified Architect or Architectural Technologist

• Strong Revit proficiency

• 3-5 years' experience in cladding remediation, fa ade 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, fa ade systems, and compliance routes

• Immediate or short-notice availability

• 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