Building Safety Manager

Karter Thomas Limited; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Karter Thomas Limited is seeking an experienced Building Safety Manager to lead the delivery of building safety and fire safety compliance across a residential property portfolio in West Yorkshire.

Reporting to the Head of Building Safety & Compliance, you will oversee HRBs, ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and related regulations, manage a small specialist team and drive continuous improvement in safety processes and governance.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Building Safety and Fire Safety compliance in housing, property or construction environments.
• Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and related regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs).
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage specialist contractors or consultants.

Responsibilities

• Lead Building Safety and Fire Safety compliance across the property portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety legislation and associated regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the safe management of Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs).
• Manage building safety risks, ensuring appropriate controls, monitoring and remedial actions.
• Maintain and develop Building Safety Cases and Safety Case Reports.
• Support HRB registration and Building Assessment/Assurance Certificate requirements.
• Lead resident engagement activities relating to building safety and fire safety matters.
• Oversee Fire Risk Assessment programmes and ensure timely completion of remedial actions.
• Monitor structural and fire safety risks, implementing robust assurance and reporting processes.
• Manage and support Compliance Officers, Project Managers and Project Officers.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, regulators, fire authorities and specialist consultants.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and management systems that support regulatory compliance.
• Lead the implementation and maintenance of the Golden Thread of Information.
• Support Mandatory Occurrence Reporting processes and investigations.
• Produce reports, KPIs and assurance information for senior management and governance groups.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement across building safety and compliance services.

Skills

Building safety

Fire safety

HRBs management

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder influence

Team leadership

Site inspections

Driving licence

Education

Level 5 Building Safety qualification

NEBOSH Certificate

CPD demonstrated

Professional memberships (advantageous)

Job description

Contract: 3 Months
Location: West Yorkshire
Rate: Competitive Daily Rate

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Building Safety Manager to lead the delivery of building safety and fire safety compliance across a residential property portfolio.

Reporting to the Head of Building Safety & Compliance, you will take operational responsibility for Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs), ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety legislation and associated regulatory requirements. You will lead a small specialist team and play a key role in maintaining a safe environment for residents while driving continuous improvement across building safety processes, systems and governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the management of Building Safety and Fire Safety compliance across the property portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety legislation and all associated regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the safe management of Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs).
• Manage building safety risks, ensuring appropriate controls, monitoring and remedial actions are in place.
• Maintain and develop Building Safety Cases and Safety Case Reports.
• Support HRB registration and Building Assessment/Assurance Certificate requirements.
• Lead resident engagement activities relating to building safety and fire safety matters.
• Oversee Fire Risk Assessment programmes and ensure timely completion of remedial actions.
• Monitor structural and fire safety risks, implementing robust assurance and reporting processes.
• Manage and support Compliance Officers, Project Managers and Project Officers.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, regulators, fire authorities and specialist consultants.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and management systems that support regulatory compliance.
• Lead the implementation and maintenance of the Golden Thread of Information.
• Support Mandatory Occurrence Reporting processes and investigations.
• Produce reports, KPIs and assurance information for senior management and governance groups.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement across building safety and compliance services.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential

• Experience delivering Building Safety and/or Fire Safety compliance within housing, property or construction environments.
• Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety legislation and associated regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs).
• Experience developing or maintaining Building Safety Cases and Safety Case Reports.
• Proven experience undertaking site inspections, audits and compliance reviews.
• Experience leading teams and managing specialist contractors or consultants.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Qualifications

• Level 5 qualification in Building Safety, Asset Management or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent) in Occupational or Construction Health & Safety.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Relevant memberships or professional qualifications within Building Safety, Fire Safety, Compliance or Health & Safety disciplines would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Building Safety professional to make an immediate impact within a growing compliance and building safety function, helping to ensure residents remain safe while supporting the ongoing implementation of building safety reforms.