HEAD OF BUILDING SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

Build Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in building safety is seeking a Head of Building Safety and Compliance to manage client safety elements and ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of pertinent legislation, strong project management skills, and the ability to engage stakeholders effectively. This role offers a competitive package and a good work/life balance.

Benefits

Highly competitive package

Good work/life balance

CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• In depth knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulations.
• Level 6 Certificate in Fire Safety for Construction/ Building Safety Management.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support all business areas to operate in line with the Building Safety Act.
• Ensure compliance policies are updated with future changes.
• Provide professional advice on matters relating to the Building Safety Act.
• Facilitate stakeholder training regarding the Building Safety Act.

Skills

In depth knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022

Level 6 Certificate in Fire Safety for Construction/ Building Safety Management

NEBOSH or similar/equivalent H&S qualification

Strong project management skills

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Experience managing time effectively

Job description

Overview

HEAD OF BUILDING SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

Our client is an award-winning firm of chartered building surveyors serving key property management clients. A medium-size, director-led consultancy focused on quality service rather than high-volume business offering a personal and streamlined service, partnering with key residential (commercial) management clients and residential blocks to take care of core building surveying services.

There is now a necessity for a Head of Compliance / Compliance Manager to manage all client building safety elements across the business. You will be instrumental in identifying opportunities for continual improvement in all aspects of building safety and compliance and other health and safety related elements.

Responsibilities

• Building Safety Act
• Support all business areas to operate in line with the Building Safety Act (BSA) and associated regulations, keeping under review changes in Health & Fire Safety legislation.
• Ensure all associated compliance policies and current contracts / instructions, procedures and workflows are updated in line with future changes.
• Ensure all projects are operated in accordance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and are registered with the Building Safety Regulator in the required timescales.
• Provide timely and detailed specialist professional and technical advice on all matters relating to the BSA.
• Act as a champion for building safety and work in partnership with other teams providing guidance, advice and support on technical matters.
• Facilitate stakeholder training relating to Building Safety Act 2022.
• Work with site-based teams to ensure policies are understood and implemented, ensuring they can easily complete and evidence compliance checks.

Experience and Skills

• In depth knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, Fire Safety 2022, and associated regulations.
• Level 6 Certificate in Fire Safety for Construction/ Building Safety Management
• NEBOSH or similar/equivalent H&S qualification.
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to engage with stakeholders
• Experience managing time effectively remaining highly organised, responsive and reliable

On offer is a highly competitive package, a good work/life balance and CPD. For further information and a confidential discussion, please contact Danny on (phone number removed) / (url removed)