Building Regulations Principal Designer

The Health and Safety Partnership Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary design company is seeking a Building Regulations Principal Designer to work on various projects across London, including education and healthcare sectors. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a construction-related field and strong knowledge of Building Regulations. This role offers a salary range of £55k - £65k, as well as life assurance and pension benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working policy

Life assurance

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Building Regulations Principal Designer.
• Strong knowledge of design and construction processes.
• Ability to balance multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on compliance with Building Regulations.
• Conduct plan checks and review designs for regulatory compliance.
• Prepare written reports and maintain Building Regulations Trackers.

Skills

Expert advice on the Building Safety Act

Conducting plan checks

Client-facing skills

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Education

Degree in a construction-related field

Membership to RICS, CABE or CIOB

Job description

Overview

A multi disciplinary design company are seeking a Building Regulations Principal Designer. You will work both independently and as part of a team on small-medium to large sized projects across London. Projects include education, healthcare, industrial, infrastructure, new build housing including high-rise.

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.
• Liaise with duty-holders, and other parties to ensure compliance on projects.
• Identifying new business opportunities and nurturing client relationships.
• Collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver high-quality project outcomes.
• With assistance, contribute to and develop bid submissions and fee proposals.

Qualifications & Experience

• A degree in a construction-related field (design-focused preferred).
• Membership to RICS, CABE or CIOB preferred.
• A good understanding of the design and construction process.
• It is likely you will have a background career in Architecture or as a CDM Principal Designer and have recently been completing projects as a Building Regulations Principal Designer.
• Strong working knowledge of the Building Regulations, codes and any other associated legislation.
• The ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Exceptional client-facing skills and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Benefits

The company offer a flexible working policy to support work/life balance. They are paying £55k - £65k plus life assurance, pension and more