Principal Building Control Project Manager

HSB; City Of London; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Profit share bonus

Private medical & dental

Pension up to 10%

Wellbeing programmes

Devices for work

Cycle to work

Enhanced leave

Professional fees reimbursement

Job summary

HSB, part of Premier Guarantee and Munich Re, seeks a Principal Building Control Project Manager to lead technical delivery across England and Wales with remote and site-based work. You will assess complex Building Regulation applications, guide teams, and ensure safe, compliant developments while nurturing client relationships and delivering high-quality service.

You will be responsible for coordinating inspections, providing guidance, and supporting workload planning in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Significant experience within Building Control and strong understanding of Building Regulations and associated construction standards.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to a range of stakeholders.
• Experience building collaborative relationships with clients, contractors and construction professionals.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative approach with a passion for supporting colleagues and maintaining high technical standards.
• Commercial awareness and a customer-focused mindset.
• Confidence using Microsoft 365 applications.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the technical lead and first point of contact for Building Control specialists within your regional team.
• Assessing complex Building Regulation applications, reviewing detailed plans and ensuring compliance with legislation and performance standards.
• Building trusted relationships with clients, architects, developers and construction professionals throughout the design and construction process.
• Providing expert technical guidance and supporting colleagues with complex regulatory queries and escalations.
• Carrying out site inspections where required to verify compliance and support project delivery.
• Supporting workload planning, technical quality assurance and service delivery across the regional team.
• Assisting with house type approvals, technical audits and commercial activities, including fee quotations.
• Promoting Premier Guarantee's Building Control services and identifying opportunities to strengthen client relationships.
• Deputising for the Head of Building Control Technical Delivery when required, ensuring continuity of technical leadership.

Skills

Building control

Regulations knowledge

Communication

Project management

Microsoft 365

Education

MRICS/MCABE/MCIOB

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

About the job

Job title:

Principal Building Control Project Manager

Location:

Remote/England or Wales (with site visits as required)

Total reward package:

Competitive salary, annual bonus, private medical and dental, up to 10% employer pension contribution and a comprehensive benefits package.

Working hours:

Full-time

Why Join HSB?

We don't just inspect—we protect. At HSB, you'll join a team with a clear purpose, strong values, and a supportive culture where your expertise is respected and your contributions matter. From flexible working to wellbeing support, we invest in you so you can bring your best self to work—every day.

This role falls under Premier Guarantee.

Why Join Premier Guarantee?

Working within Premier Guarantee, part of the Munich Re family, you'll play a key role in ensuring building regulation compliance and supporting the delivery of high-quality, safe construction across England and Wales.

Premier Guarantee Building Control is on a journey to maintain the highest quality standards of any Registered Building Control Approver, and we're looking for experienced professionals who share our commitment to technical excellence, regulatory compliance and exceptional customer service.

You'll be part of a collaborative, customer-focused team where your expertise is valued, your technical knowledge influences best practice, and your work helps shape safe, compliant buildings for the future. With flexible working, ongoing professional development and a strong commitment to wellbeing, we'll support you to thrive in your career.

What You'll Be Doing

• Acting as the technical lead and first point of contact for Building Control specialists within your regional team.
• Assessing complex Building Regulation applications, reviewing detailed plans and ensuring compliance with legislation and performance standards.
• Building trusted relationships with clients, architects, developers and construction professionals throughout the design and construction process.
• Providing expert technical guidance and supporting colleagues with complex regulatory queries and escalations.
• Carrying out site inspections where required to verify compliance and support project delivery.
• Supporting workload planning, technical quality assurance and service delivery across the regional team.
• Assisting with house type approvals, technical audits and commercial activities, including fee quotations.
• Promoting Premier Guarantee's Building Control services and identifying opportunities to strengthen client relationships.
• Deputising for the Head of Building Control Technical Delivery when required, ensuring continuity of technical leadership.

What Makes This Role Special

• Meaningful impact: Play a key role in maintaining building safety standards and supporting the delivery of compliant, high-quality developments across England and Wales.
• Technical leadership: Use your expertise to mentor colleagues, influence best practice and help shape technical excellence across the business.
• Continuous growth: Access ongoing professional development, technical learning and support to further develop your career.
• Trusted brand: Join Premier Guarantee, part of the globally respected Munich Re Group, with an established reputation for quality and technical expertise.

What You Bring

• Significant experience within Building Control and a strong understanding of Building Regulations and associated construction standards.
• The ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to a range of stakeholders.
• Experience building collaborative relationships with clients, contractors and construction professionals.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• A collaborative approach with a passion for supporting colleagues and maintaining high technical standards.
• Commercial awareness and a customer-focused mindset.
• Confidence using Microsoft 365 applications.

What You'll Need

• A professional qualification such as MRICS, MCABE, MCIOB, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registered Building Inspector status (or actively working towards Class 2F Registered Building Inspector).
• A full UK driving licence.
• The ability to undertake site visits as required.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave (with the ability to purchase more), plus 2 wellbeing days and volunteer days.
• Annual profit share bonus.
• Free private medical and dental (with the option to upgrade).
• Pension – up to 10% employer contribution.
• Access to health and wellbeing programmes, employee assistance programmes and occupational health support.
• Stay connected with mobile phone and tablet devices provided for work.
• Cycle to work scheme and access to discounts through various retailers with Reward Gateway.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Reimbursement for professional fees.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At HSB, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion foster innovation and resilience and enable us to act braver and better. Embracing the power of DEI is at the core of who we are. We recognise diversity can be multi-dimensional, intersectional, and complex, so we want to build a diverse workforce that includes a wide range of racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender identities; economic and geographic backgrounds; physical abilities; ages; life, school, and career experiences; and political, religious, and personal beliefs. Additionally, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive work environment where this diversity is celebrated, valued, and has equitable opportunities to succeed.

All candidates in consideration for any role can request a reasonable adjustment at any point in our recruitment process. You can request an adjustment by speaking to your Talent Acquisition contact.