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Job Description 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 façade. 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 annuallyManage from Stage 3 through to construction and post-completionOversee contract administration using JCT (minor works, intermediate, occasionally full)Work with other departments in the practice, and long-term look to grow the teamDeliver tailored home adaptations including hydrotherapy pools, carer suites, and access adjustmentsMaintain regular client and site contactWork empathetically with clients and their families, often in post-trauma scenarios.Required Skills & Experience Strong Stage 5 delivery experience ondomestic/residentialprojectsProven track record administering JCT contractsRevit proficiency is essentialComfortable managing multiple live projects across planning, tender and constructionA background in domestic residential work is over purely commercial experiencePrevious experience in adaptations or high-stakes residential projects is a plusEmpathy, patience, and emotional resilience are criticalArchitect or Technologist considered.What you get back £40,000 - £55,000 salary depending on experienceClear opportunity to shape and grow your own team7.5 hour workday with flexible start/finish between 7am-7pmCore hours: 10-44 days in office, 1 day remote (Tuesday or Wednesday)Team events.#J-18808-Ljbffr