Details:
- Salary: £60,000 - 70,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Leeds West Yorkshire
- Date: 22 hours ago
Description:
Building Regulations Principal Designer
Leeds | £60,000 - £70,000 | Hybrid Working
A well-established, multidisciplinary construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Building Regulations Principal Designer to join its expanding Building Safety team in Leeds.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Building Regulations Principal Designer looking to take ownership of their own projects within a consultancy that is investing in its Building Regulations compliance offering.
The successful Building Regulations Principal Designer will work across a varied portfolio of new-build, refurbishment and retrofit projects, including residential developments, commercial buildings and Higher-Risk Buildings.
The consultancy offers a collaborative working environment, with access to experienced Architects, Engineers and construction professionals, alongside opportunities to develop technically and progress within the business.
The Building Regulations Principal Designer's Role
The Building Regulations Principal Designer will be responsible for planning, managing and monitoring Building Regulations compliance throughout the design process.
Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will provide technical advice, undertake design reviews and ensure regulatory requirements are incorporated into the development of each project.
Responsibilities include:
Delivering Building Regulations Principal Designer services
Reviewing architectural drawings and technical specifications
Identifying non-compliance with Building Regulations and Approved Documents
Advising clients on the Building Safety Act 2022
Supporting Higher-Risk Building projects and Gateway submissions
Preparing Building Regulations compliance trackers
Producing technical reports and design compliance documentation
Attending client meetings and coordinating with multidisciplinary design teams
Supporting projects through Building Regulations approval
Building strong relationships with existing and prospective clients
The Building Regulations Principal Designer
The successful Building Regulations Principal Designer will ideally have:
Experience in a Building Regulations Principal Designer or design compliance role
A background in Architecture, Architectural Technology or Building Control
Strong understanding of Building Regulations and Approved Documents
Knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022
Experience reviewing construction drawings and technical design information
Experience working on residential, commercial or Higher-Risk Building projects
Relevant qualifications in Architecture, Building Control or the built environment
RIBA, CIAT, CABE or RICS membership advantageous
Strong organisational and client-facing skills
In Return?
£60,000 - £70,000
Hybrid working
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Private healthcare
Pension scheme
Professional membership fees paid
Ongoing CPD and professional development
Varied project portfolio
Opportunity to contribute to a growing specialist service
Clear career progression opportunities
If you are a Building Regulations Principal Designer considering your career opportunities, please contact Bex Ellinger at Brandon James on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
Building Regulations Principal Designer / BRPD / Principal Designer / Building Regulations / Building Safety Act / Building Control / Architectural Technologist / Architect / CIAT / RIBA / CABE / Leeds / Yorkshire