Associate (BSA PD)

Vadella; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freedom & Flexibility

Holidays & Christmas closure

Healthcare (Vitality Health)

Buy/Sell Annual Leave

Salary Sacrifice

Professional Development Days

Career progression

Loyalty Rewards

Family support

Charity & volunteering

Team lunches & events

Job summary

Project Four is recruiting an Associate (BSA PD) to lead Principal Designer activities under the Building Safety Act across multiple developments from design through construction. The role requires clear verbal and written communication, strong technical delivery, and the ability to multitask across RIBA stages with the project team.

Based in London on a hybrid basis, the role supports duty holders, coordinates with clients, and ensures compliance with building regulations.

Qualifications

• Holds Chartered status / accreditation in the industry
• On-site project delivery experience
• Experience with high-risk buildings
• Experience mentoring / managing junior staff
• Experience with contracts
• Commercially aware
• Some management experience
• Experience bidding for work
• Led projects as job runner / main lead
• Clear in communication, verbal and written
• Passionate about technical delivery and process driven
• Comfortable working across multiple jobs at various stages
• Presence and confidence to grow and carry the role
• Willing to work in the office and with internal team

Responsibilities

• Attend Design Team/Workshop meetings within scope
• Prepare BSA progress reports at each RIBA Stage / Gateway submission
• Liaise with duty holders on design compliance
• Ensure design work planned, managed and monitored for compliance
• Coordinate with clients on their BSA duties
• Coordinate with other duty holders for cooperation
• Drive route to compliance with consultant team
• Notify regulator of duty holder appointments when needed
• Participate in Design Development
• Maintain mandatory reporting plan during design phase and handover
• Support change management and risk monitoring in design phase
• Ensure Fire and Emergency File is in place during design phase
• Monitor design development and compliance risks
• Monitor competency of design team
• Design Stage 2-6 activities including competency reviews, risk management, and documentation
• Coordinate approvals and statements of conformity with clients and regulators

Job description

Associate (BSA PD)

Department: Operations - Field Based

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London (Project Four) - Hybrid

Compensation: Competitive

Description

Project Four are experts in providing BSA and CDM services across the UK. We use our combined experience in delivering project support, providing expert evidence, and guidance ensuring our clients have peace of mind.

As a Time Top 100 Best Companies to work for 2024, we are proud of our people focussed, inclusive, empathetic culture and commitment to ensuring we are a great company to work for.

We recognise that every person is unique, and we work hard to build a culture where everyone can be themselves. Whether that means flexibility around individual needs or simply making sure people have someone to talk to when they need it, we want everyone here to feel welcome, heard and valued.

About the role

Project Four are looking for a dynamic individual who wishes to be involved in undertaking the Principal Designer role under the Building Safety Act across multiple developments including non high-risk buildings and high-risk building.

The role requires a clear communicator in both verbal and written, someone who is passionate about technical delivery, enjoys the challenges of multitasking across various stages of projects, and enjoys team interaction across the industry

Key Responsibilities

• Attend Design Team / Workshop meetings as per allowance within scope
• Prepare and produce BSA progress reports at the end of each RIBA Stage / Gateway submission
• Liaison with other duty holders about design work compliance
• Ensure reasonable steps are taken to design work which is planned, managed, and monitored to ensure compliance with all relevant requirements
• Liaising with clients on their duties under the BSA
• Ensure cooperation is occurring between all other duty holders
• Coordinate the route to compliance with the consultant team and establish a consensus for compliance
• Support the project team with notifying the regulator of any duty holder appointments
• Participating in the Design Development
• Ensure there is a mandatory reporting plan in place throughout the design phase and available when construction work begins
• Supporting the team through change management throughout the design phase and monitoring risks to design work compliance
• Ensure the Fire and Emergency File is in place during the design phase - handing over to the PC during the construction phase
• Monitor the design development and identify risks to compliance
• Monitor competency of design team

Services overview

RIBA Stage 2

• Consultant competency review
• Design risk management review, identifying compliance risk and scope gaps.
• Obtain a statement of compliance from the planning architect or Principle Designer where one has been appointed.

RIBA Stage 3

• Coordinate the route to compliance with the consultant team.
• Attend design team meetings.
• Obtain a client statement confirming acceptance of the building regulations application.

RIBA Stage 4

• Support the client in obtaining a letter of conformity for design compliance.
• Monitor Building Control submissions.
• Review the duty holder documents.

RIBA Stage 5

• Support the conclusion of the contractor's design portion.
• Support the review of key contractors' Quality Plans, identifying any matters that may impact compliance.

RIBA Stage 6

• Review the Golden Thread information.
• Provide a conformity of duties statement.
• Support the client in obtaining assurances and a letter of conformity.

What you will bring

• Holds a Chartered status / accreditation within the industry
• Has on site experience with delivery of projects, especially experience with completing projects
• Experience with high-risk buildings
• Experience with mentoring / managing junior staff
• Has experience with contracts
• Commercially aware
• A level of management experience
• Experience with bidding for work
• Has lead projects as a job runner / main lead in their discipline
• Self-motivated, professional in their approach
• Clear in their communication, verbal and written
• Passionate about technical delivery (not just design)
• Enjoys process driven role
• Enjoys working across multiple jobs at various stages
• Has a presence and confidence to grow and carry the role
• Willing to work in the office and with the internal team be present and contribute

What's in it for you

At Project Four, We Offer More Than Just a Job - We Offer a Journey

We believe you don't need to be a large corporate organization to offer outstanding benefits. At P4, we're committed to creating an environment that aligns with what truly matters to you, offering benefits that make both your professional and personal life thrive.

A Glimpse into Your Journey with Us

• Challenge + Engagement: At P4, you'll find a platform to challenge yourself, engage meaningfully with your work, and support your colleagues.
• Growth Platform: Our infrastructure and market position go beyond the physical - they're designed to fuel your career growth.
• Balanced Support: Expect the support and work-life balance you need to foster personal and professional development.

The Perks (Because We Value What You Value)

• Freedom + Flexibility: We provide the flexibility to manage life's demands, from school runs to healthcare needs.
• Break Free from 9-5: Embrace freedom from the traditional work schedule and enjoy the trust and autonomy that come with being part of P4.
• Holidays Done Right: Birthdays are yours to enjoy, and we go beyond industry holiday standards. Plus, we close for Christmas without dipping into your holiday allowance!
• Healthcare: Access comprehensive healthcare benefits through Vitality Health.
• Buy/Sell Annual Leave: Customize your time off with our buy/sell annual leave scheme.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Enjoy the benefits of salary sacrifice options, including EV cars, tech equipment, and cycle-to-work schemes.
• Professional Development Days: Take advantage of paid professional development days, outside of your annual leave, to invest in your growth.
• Career Growth: Benefit from a personal development plan and career roadmap to ensure your progression.
• Loyalty Rewards: After three years of service, enjoy an additional day's holiday, with two extra days after five years.
• Family Support: We pledge to support family life with flexibility for school pick-ups, after-school commitments, and more.
• Giving Back: Participate in charity donations and challenges, volunteer programs, and make use of our employee referral scheme.
• Life Happens: Whether you're moving house, welcoming a new family member, or simply need support - we've got you covered with our maternity/paternity packages and moving house pledge.
• Team Spirit: Enjoy regular social events and hearty team lunches that build connection and camaraderie.