A growing construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Building Regulations Principal Designer to join its expanding Building Safety offering in Newcastle.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Building Regulations Principal Designer who is looking for greater project responsibility, the opportunity to work independently and the chance to become an important member of a developing Building Regulations compliance team.
The successful Building Regulations Principal Designer will work on a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial projects, supporting clients throughout the design and construction process.
The consultancy is looking for a technically capable Principal Designer who can deliver a high standard of service while building strong relationships with clients and design teams.
The Building Regulations Principal Designer's Role
The Building Regulations Principal Designer will be responsible for ensuring compliance is embedded throughout the design process, providing technical advice to clients and coordinating the work of multidisciplinary design teams.
The role will involve:
Acting as Principal Designer under the Building Regulations
Advising clients on Building Safety Act requirements
Undertaking design reviews and regulatory compliance assessments
Reviewing architectural drawings and construction information
Supporting Gateway submissions for Higher-Risk Buildings
Coordinating Architects, Engineers and other designers
Preparing and maintaining Building Regulations compliance trackers
Supporting the management of Golden Thread information
Attending client meetings and providing technical advice
Preparing written compliance reports and project documentation
Supporting business development and maintaining client relationships
The Building Regulations Principal Designer
The successful Building Regulations Principal Designer will ideally have:
Experience delivering Building Regulations Principal Designer services
A background in Architecture, Building Control or design compliance
Strong understanding of the Building Safety Act 2022
Excellent knowledge of Building Regulations and Approved Documents
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams
Experience working on Higher-Risk Buildings advantageous
Knowledge of Gateway submissions and regulatory approval processes
RICS, CABE, RIBA, CIAT or CIOB membership advantageous
Strong communication and report-writing skills
Ability to manage multiple projects independently
In Return?
£50,000 - £60,000
Hybrid working
Flexible working arrangements
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Professional membership fees paid
Ongoing training and CPD
Opportunity to work on complex building safety projects
Excellent long-term career progression
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 Safety Act / Building Regulations / Building Control / Building Safety Consultant / Architecture / CIAT / CABE / RICS / Newcastle / North East
Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year