Building Regulations Principal Designer - Technical Lead

Laing O'Rourke; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Building Regulations Principal Designer - Technical Lead to oversee compliance and design activities across flagship projects in Oxford, Bristol, and Heathrow. With around 10 years of experience, the ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise and exceptional communication skills, managing risks while fostering collaboration. Join us to shape the future of aviation and contribute to innovative, safe infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience in managing design and construction projects.
• Strong technical expertise in relevant disciplines.
• Ability to guide teams through complex regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and monitor design activities for compliance.
• Foster collaboration with internal teams and clients.
• Lead design risk management and handle higher-risk building work.

Skills

Project management

Technical expertise

Communication

Risk management

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Architecture, Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Building Regulations Principal Designer - Technical Lead

Location: National - projects likely are in Oxford (Life Sciences), Bristol (Healthcare) and Heathrow (Aviation).

Shape the future of aviation with Laing O'Rourke.

We are looking for Building Regulations Principal Designer - Technical Leads to play pivotal roles across our flagship projects in the Life Sciences, Healthcare & Aviation sectors, ensuring compliance, collaboration, and innovation as we deliver complex, high-profile schemes.

These roles are perfect for seasoned professionals who thrive at the interface of design, regulation, and delivery - and who wants to make a lasting impact on safe, high-quality, future-ready infrastructure.

What you'll be doing

• Plan, manage, and monitor design activities to ensure compliance with all Building Regulations.
• Champion competence - ensuring all designers are equipped to deliver safely and effectively.
• Foster collaboration between internal teams, external consultants, and the client, keeping regulatory compliance at the forefront.
• Provide critical building information promptly to design and construction teams.
• Lead design risk management, controlling or eliminating building safety risks.
• Manage higher-risk building work, ensuring information is communicated, reviewed, and understood.
• Support the Laing O'Rourke Building Safety Management System, embedding best practice across processes, procedures, and training.
• Stay ahead of the curve by tracking changes in the regulatory landscape and advising the business on risks and opportunities.
• Support teams in navigating the Building Safety Act and associated secondary legislation, embedding compliance at every stage.

What we're looking for

• Circa 10 years' experience in managing design and construction projects.
• Strong technical expertise with a degree in Architecture, Civil or Structural Engineering (or related discipline).
• Exceptional communicator with the ability to guide multi-disciplinary teams through complex regulatory frameworks.
• Collaborative leader who builds trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, consultants, and clients.
• Skilled in risk management, technical assurance, and delivering at pace in complex environments.
• Commercially astute with the ability to identify opportunities and value for clients.

Why Laing O'Rourke?

At Laing O'Rourke, we're redefining what's possible in construction. Our values - Care, Courage, and Integrity - shape everything we do. From transforming the way we deliver infrastructure to leading the way in building safety, you'll be part of a business where people come first and innovation thrives.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Level 3 Leader employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and achieve their potential.

Join us and help us deliver right first time - safely, sustainably, and to the highest standards.

Ready to make your mark? Apply now and help shape the future of aviation with Laing O'Rourke.