Architectural Technologist - Building Regulations Principal Designer

The Health and Safety Partnership Limited; North East; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural practice in the UK is seeking an Architectural Technologist - Building Regulations Principal Designer to manage compliance with Building Regulations across various projects. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree in Architectural Technology and experience in navigating building regulations. This position offers a salary of £45k-£55k along with benefits including pension, life assurance, and healthcare.

Benefits

Pension

Life Assurance

Healthcare

Training and Development

Qualifications

• Experience with navigating building regulations from a design and compliance perspective.
• Interest in a Building Regulations Principal Designer role.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with architects and technicians on compliance.
• Provide guidance on designer responsibilities under Building Regulations.
• Manage documentation to demonstrate compliance.

Skills

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Project Management

Architectural Technology

Education

Relevant degree or diploma in Architectural Technology

Job description

Overview

Architectural Technologist - Building Regulations Principal Designer (BRPD) required to join an architectural practice, multi-disciplinary design and construction consultancy, renowned for its strong reputation in the commercial sector. They undertake a wide range of projects involving various building types. Their diverse portfolio includes developments in distribution and industrial sectors, cinemas, hotels, leisure facilities, retail units, residential schemes and conservation, refurbishment and regeneration projects.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with architects and technicians, providing support and assistance in fulfilling and documenting their responsibilities as designers and principal designers under the revised Building Regulations.
• Providing guidance and support in fulfilling designer and principal designer responsibilities under the Building Regulations for both HRB and non-HRB projects.
• Developing, implementing and managing processes, strategies and documentation to demonstrate compliance with Building Regulations.
• Addressing Building Regulations design queries and actively contributing to collaborative, solution-focused outcomes.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or diploma in Architectural Technology, or a related field associated to building control, building inspector or project management.

Experience

• This role will suit someone who has experience within architecture, building control, or project management, with experience navigating building regulations from a design and technical compliance perspective and is interested in taking on a BRPD role.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Building Regulations as amended by the Building Safety Act 2022 is essential.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Locations

The company are UK wide and are looking for Architectural Technologist - Building Regulations Principal Designer's within a number of locations, including Birmingham, Bristol, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle upon Tyne, Reading and Sheffield.

Salary and Benefits

The company are paying £45k-£55k including pension, life assurance and healthcare plus full training and development