Architect Job in East Grinstead, West Sussex

Architect Job now available within a small specialist team in a larger practice. This role focuses on domestic projects involving the adaptation and extension of properties for individuals who have sustained injuries resulting in disabilities. It offers a unique opportunity to directly engage with clients on transformative, life-changing projects, making a deep understanding of client needs essential.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your architectural expertise to domestic projects that make a real difference. The focus is on adapting and extending homes for individuals who have become disabled due to injury, creating environments that meet their long-term needs.

The role would also offer the chance to work with the practices other teams on projects including cladding remediation, commercial fit-out and large-scale residential.

Role & Responsibilities

• Design and deliver domestic adaptation projects to meet client needs
• Working on the production of drawing packages
• Work under Senior Architects and the Expert Witness team
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and produce/review technical drawing packages
• Administer JCT Minor, Intermediate, and Full Contracts and coordinate site information
• Lead and manage site meetings with contractors
• Work with vulnerable individuals, applying empathy and strong communication skills to create their "forever home."
• Collaborate with a supportive team to develop skills across domestic adaptation, cladding remediation, commercial fit-out, and larger residential projects.

Required Skills & Experience

• A minimum of 3 years of industry experience in a related architectural role
• Strong experience in JCT contract administration is essential
• Ability to use Revit
• Excellent technical detailing knowledge in domestic residential projects
• Comprehensive understanding of building regulations
• Experience in designing accessible environments is an advantage
• Empathy and excellent interpersonal skills for working with individuals who have experienced trauma
• Confidence in leading site meetings and coordinating project information.

What you get back

• £36,000 to £47,000
• 25 days holiday
• Free on-site parking
• 4% pension contribution
• Life insurance
• Payment of RIBA membership
• Flexible working options available including one day hybrid working a week.

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Architect Job in East Grinstead, West Sussex- Your Architecture Recruitment Specialists (Recruiter: John Watson Job Ref: 14904) #LI-JW1 #LI-Hybrid