Senior Architect​/Senior Technologist

Overview

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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