Details:
- Salary: £50,000 - 65,000 - Annum
- Location: Oxford
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Senior Building Regulations Principal Designer
Oxford
Up to £65,000
A well-established architectural practice in Oxford is seeking an experienced Senior Building Regulations Principal Designer to join their team. The practice works across a varied portfolio of healthcare, education, defence and conservation projects, offering the opportunity to play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance and coordinating design teams across a range of schemes.
The role also offers a clear career progression pathway towards becoming a Partner within the business, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their long-term career.
Key Responsibilities:
Leading the Building Regulations Principal Designer function across a range of architectural projects
Coordinating design teams to ensure compliance with Building Regulations and relevant legislation
Reviewing architectural drawings, specifications and technical documentation to identify potential compliance issues
Advising clients, architects, engineers and other consultants on building safety, regulatory requirements and design risks
Identifying, assessing and managing design risks throughout the design process
Monitoring design information and coordinating responses to building control comments and regulatory queries
Maintaining clear records of design decisions, compliance reviews and risk management activities
Working collaboratively with project teams to resolve technical challenges and support compliant design solutions
Supporting the preparation and coordination of information required for building control submissions
Keeping up to date with changes to Building Regulations, legislation and industry guidance
Key Requirements:
Proven experience in a Building Regulations Principal Designer, architectural or building compliance role
Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, building safety legislation and relevant technical guidance
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and reviewing technical design information
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is essential
The ability to identify design risks, assess compliance issues and recommend practical solutions
Excellent communication and organisational skills, with confidence liaising with clients and consultants
A methodical approach to technical reviews, documentation and compliance management
The ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
Experience across healthcare, education, defence or conservation projects would be advantageous
Relevant professional qualifications and a commitment to ongoing professional development
Interested? Contact Harley at or (phone number removed) for further information