Building Regulations, Principal Designer

Monaghans Property; Sheffield, London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Principal Designer to join their dynamic team. This role involves advising clients in the Retail, Leisure, Commercial, and Residential sectors while ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act and Building Regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and people management skills, as well as a solid background in design management. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking company that values innovation and personal development, offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Join a team that prioritizes professional growth and community well-being.

Benefits

Professional Training Programs

Career Development Opportunities

Flexible Working

Wellbeing Support

Community Engagement Initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Design Management and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations and design management.

Responsibilities

• Provide Principal Designer services and Client Advisor support.
• Deliver training on building regulation compliance.

Skills

People Management

Leadership Skills

Building Regulations Knowledge

Design Management

Communication Skills

Workshop Chairing Skills

IT Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

RIBA Qualification

MRICS Qualification

Similar Design Qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Building Regulations, Principal Designer

Job Description:

An opportunity exists for an experienced Designer or Project Manager from a Design Manager or RIBA background to join Monaghans to work as a Principal Designer and Client advisor in the Retail, Leisure, Commercial and Residential sectors throughout England & Wales.

The role is to help us implement the new duty holder roles created under the Building Safety Act 2022 and The Building Regulations etc. (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2023.

Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate a proven track record in Design Management of designers and design sub-contractors with knowledge of the Approved Documents alongside excellent communication and compliance workshop chairing skills:

1. Provide Principal Designer (Building Regulations) and Client Advisor services to our clients.
2. Strong people management and leadership skills are an advantage to chair online and in person workshops with designers and design sub-contractors, to help them comply with their new duty holder roles.
3. The candidate will also be responsible for delivering training for other team members to train them in building regulation compliance and management.
4. A great team and work ethic are essential.
5. Management support for training and development of others to carry out building regulations compliance checks and management.
6. Provide Building Safety Act consultancy advice and Client advisor services to clients to help them comply with their duties.

Candidates should have RIBA, MRICS or similar design qualifications with a working knowledge of Building Regulations Approved Documents.

The successful candidate will experience a great opportunity to join an expanding business with exciting plans for the future, where progression and reward is driven by successful delivery. We are looking for efficient, goal-driven engaging individuals who prioritise innovation and flexibility.

Successful candidates will be offered excellent career development opportunities supported by our varied and challenging workload. Monaghans are committed to the continuous professional development of all our staff, and we provide a range of professional training programmes and support for staff at all levels including those requiring support to obtain relevant academic or professional qualifications.

This is an exciting opportunity with negotiable salary and benefits available.

Desired Skills and Expertise:

1. Strong people management and leadership skills
2. Excellence in both Professional and Construction Services
3. Strong knowledge base including Building Regulations Approved Documents and design management including RIBA Plan of Work Stages.
4. Delivery of work outputs within set time frames and commercial goals
5. Commitment, enthusiasm and a strong work ethic
6. Team player capable of a flexible approach
7. Energetic & self-motivated
8. Strong IT capabilities including working experience of Microsoft Office and online workshop chairing skills

The role will command a highly competitive salary and remuneration package as well as a broad benefits package focused on personal development, wellbeing and community.

To Apply:

To apply please send your CV and covering letter to [e-mail] quoting 'REF: 2025.BRPD'

Monaghans is an equal opportunities employer. This job advert is not eligible for sponsorship and candidates require the right to remain in the UK.

Key Info

Location: Sheffield/London, Nationwide with Hybrid working. Homeworking considered

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Reference: 2025.BRPD

Applicants must have the right to remain in the UK indefinitely as this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.