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Principal Designer Job in Chichester, West Sussex

Principal Designer Job in Chichester, West Sussex. Take the lead in Building Safety and compliance within a highly regarded, award-winning architectural practice. This hybrid role offers the chance to influence safety standards across major UK projects while growing your career with a supportive, design-led team.

This design-led, award-winning architectural practice is known for its commitment to excellence and long-standing partnerships across sectors including education, commercial, residential, and heritage. They foster a supportive and collaborative working environment that champions professional growth and innovation. As they expand their services under the Building Safety Act, they are looking for a Building Regulations Principal Designer to spearhead this critical area of compliance and safety.


Role & Responsibilities

* Take the lead as Principal Designer under the Building Safety Act, ensuring all project design work complies with the latest Building Regulations.
* Oversee the planning, management, and monitoring of design throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring regulatory standards are fully integrated from the outset.
* Coordinate design teams internally and externally, taking all reasonable steps to ensure compliance across all parties.
* Support clients by preparing and providing the necessary compliance documentation at key design stages and at project close-out.
* Deliver a formal compliance report within 28 days of completing services, detailing all arrangements implemented under the Building Regulations.
* Use digital tools and manage information through Common Data Environment (CDE) platforms, contributing to the creation and maintenance of the Golden Thread.
* Contribute to the internal development of Principal Designer services, sharing best practices and supporting training across the team.
* Liaise with enforcement bodies and ensure ongoing awareness of evolving regulatory frameworks.


Required Skills & Experience

* Professional qualification - ARB or CIAT registered.
* Proven experience delivering Principal Designer duties under the Building Safety Act on UK-based projects.
* Strong understanding of Building Regulations compliance, particularly for high-risk buildings.
* Familiarity with cladding typologies and façade safety requirements.
* Working knowledge of Revit is desirable.
* Currently registered or working toward RIBA Principal Designer status, or able to demonstrate equivalent competency.
* Comfortable liaising with project stakeholders, regulators, and contractors.
* Committed to continuous learning and professional development.


What you get back

* Competitive salary (to be discussed upon application)
* Hybrid working
* 23 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), including 3 days between Christmas and New Year
* Company pension scheme with up to 3% matched contribution (after 3 months)
* Support with professional memberships and development
* Cycle to work scheme.


Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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