Building Regulations Principal Designer

The Health and Safety Partnership Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary design firm in London is seeking a Building Regulations Principal Designer to ensure compliance across various projects, including new builds and retrofits. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in architectural technology or building control, excellent communication skills, and a relevant qualification. This role also presents opportunities for leadership within a growing team. Compensation ranges from £60k to £70k, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Pension

Healthcare

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Technical Architect or Architectural Technologist background.
• Experience in delivering Building Regulations Principal Designer services.
• Excellent knowledge of the Building Regulations and associated legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on regulations.
• Conduct plan checks for compliance.
• Prepare written reports and maintain trackers.
• Identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Expert advice on Building Safety Act

Design management

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Education

Relevant qualification (HNC, HND, or degree)

Membership to RICS, CABE or CIOB

Job description

Overview

Building Regulations Principal Designer required to join a multidisciplinary practice delivering integrated design and build solutions. This newly created role focuses on planning, managing, coordinating and monitoring Building Regulations compliance across projects. Projects cover new build, retrofit and adaptive reuse of both higher-risk and standard buildings. As the company plans to grow this team, there is an opportunity to take on leadership and management responsibilities into 2026.

Responsibilities

• Providing expert advice on the Building Safety Act and Building Regulations.
• Conducting plan checks and reviewing designs for compliance with Building Regulations.
• Attending client and design team meetings to offer professional advice.
• Inspecting properties and buildings at key design stages to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Preparing written reports (e.g., End of Design Stage Reports) and maintaining Building Regulations Trackers.
• Identifying new business opportunities and nurturing client relationships.
• Collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver high-quality project outcomes.

Experience

• Technical Architect, Building Control or Architectural Technologist background.
• Experience within design management or delivering Building Regulations Principal Designer services.
• Excellent knowledge of the Building Regulations, codes and any other associated legislation.
• Exceptional client-facing skills and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification such as a HNC, HND, or a degree in a construction-related field, building control or building inspector field.
• Membership to RICS, CABE or CIOB is beneficial.

Benefits

The company offers a salary of £60k-£70k depending on experience, along with pension, healthcare and a comprehensive benefits package.