Building Regulations Principal Designer

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.

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