Principal Designer – Building Regulations & Compliance

Tetra Tech Europe

Greater London

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Tetra Tech Europe is seeking a Principal Designer Building Regulations Consultant to drive compliance on medium to large developments. You will provide technical oversight during design, coordinate across disciplines, and report on regulatory risks to clients and project teams.

With hybrid working options, you will interact with RBCAs, local authorities and design partners to translate complex Building Regulations into practical guidance and auditable decisions while supporting delivery under

Qualifications

Must hold at least one professional registration: Level 2 RBI, Chartered Architect (ARB/RIBA) or MCIAT.
Strong experience in building regulations compliance, design review and project delivery.
Excellent technical reporting and stakeholder communication skills.
Multi-disciplinary consultancy, Welsh regulations, public sector and health and safety qualifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

Lead Principal Designer duties on medium-to-large projects and ensure Building Regulations compliance.
Review designs against functional requirements and approved documents.
Develop design risk assessments and maintain a risk-based regulatory approach.
Produce clear compliance statements and advisory reports for clients.
Coordinate with architects, engineers and specialists and manage design risk across disciplines.
Maintain accurate compliance records and mentor junior colleagues.