Technical Director - Building Risk & Compliance (BRAC)

Socotec Uk Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of compliance consultancy in the UK is seeking a Technical Director to lead and mentor teams while overseeing project delivery and driving business development. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in building regulations and compliance, along with strong technical and leadership skills. This role offers opportunities for strategic growth and a range of employee benefits including flexible work options and professional development support.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in building regulations and compliance.
• Demonstrated managerial experience overseeing complex projects.
• Proven track record in building control related services.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical quality and consistency across projects.
• Oversee delivery of complex consultancy projects.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities.

Skills

Technical leadership

Business development

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Chartered status with RICS, CABE, or equivalent

Job description

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Technical Director - Building Risk & Compliance (BRAC)

To support our ambitious growth plans, we have a great opportunity to join our Building and Real Estate Division. SOCOTEC is the market-leading independent provider of Building Control, we pride ourselves on being the experts and leading authority on building controls within the industry.

A senior leadership role responsible for driving technical excellence, project delivery, and strategic growth across Building Regulations and Compliance Consultancy services. The Technical Director will lead service line development, mentor high-performing teams, enhance technical capability, and collaborate with the Operations Director to shape business strategy, structure, and expansion.

Working with some of the most prestigious and growing clients and teams you will have the opportunity to help grow the business and develop a class leading service to the industry.

Working across a variety of projects both autonomously and as part of a wider team, tasks you will be required to undertake as part of your role include (but are not limited to):

Strategic & Technical Leadership

• Partner with the Operations Director to define and implement long‑term strategic goals for the business unit, including service line expansion, structural development, and market positioning
• Drive technical quality, innovation, and consistency across all projects and services
• Act as the principal technical authority, providing expert advice and direction on building regulation, compliance, and associated legislation
• Lead the continual development of service lines to align with emerging industry needs and regulatory changes

Project Delivery Excellence

• Oversee delivery of complex building regulation and compliance consultancy projects, ensuring technical rigour, commercial efficiency, and client satisfaction
• Implement robust project management processes, to support milestones, budgets, and KPIs are consistently achieved
• Provide governance and oversight, where required, to ensure all project outputs meet or exceed professional and statutory standards

Business Development & Client Engagement

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across key market sectors
• Strengthen existing client relationships and foster long‑term partnerships through consistent delivery and technical expertise
• Support the Operations Director in achieving revenue and growth targets through diversification and strategic positioning of the business unit
• Represent the business at industry events, forums, and professional networks to enhance brand reputation and market presence

Service Line Development

• Lead the creation and refinement of specialist service lines within the Building Regulation and Compliance division
• Evaluate market trends to inform service innovation, pricing models, and delivery strategies
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with other technical and operational leads to integrate services and optimise resource sharing

Training, Mentoring & Technical Governance

• Develop and deliver a structured training and mentoring programme to build technical capability and succession within the team
• Conduct performance reviews, CPD planning, and competency assessments aligned with professional standards (RICS, CABE, etc.)
• Champion a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Ensure knowledge transfer across teams and consistent application of technical methodologies

Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Uphold rigorous quality assurance, compliance, and safety standards across all technical operations
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of legislative and regulatory changes, ensuring proactive adaptation of internal procedures
• Lead technical audits and peer reviews to ensure consistency, accuracy, and excellence in delivery

Health & Safety Leadership

• Champion a positive and proactive health and safety culture through exemplary leadership
• Ensure compliance with SOCOTEC and client quality, safety, and environmental systems
• Promote a culture where safety, workplace health, and environmental responsibility are prioritised

Here at SOCOTEC, we deliver excellence to our customers by recruiting and retaining the very best industry talent. To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Chartered status with RICS, CABE, or equivalent
• Recognised technical or compliance certifications
• CSCS card holder
• Minimum 10 years' experience in building regulations and compliance
• Demonstrated managerial experience overseeing complex projects
• Proven track record in building control related services for complex and high‑risk buildings
• Experience with budgeting and financial management
• Exceptional technical leadership and mentoring ability
• Strategic and commercial acumen
• Proven experience in delivering complex, high‑value projects
• Strong relationship management and business development capability
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

SOCOTEC is the UK's leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services. We offer an unrivalled range of technical expertise and services throughout the UK and worldwide. By joining us, you'll be part of a 2,000+ strong team, where we will provide you with both the flexibility and a host of opportunities. We are committed to personal and professional development, and you will be supported and mentored at every step of your journey with us. You will join a large team of industry‑leading, expert professionals and receive exposure to some of the best opportunities and challenges available.

As well as a competitive salary, we can offer you a wide range of benefits including, 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more. Where applicable we also offer an electric car scheme, employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes and enhanced company pension.

Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.