Overview
A senior leadership role responsible for driving technical excellence, project delivery, and strategic growth across Building Regulations and Compliance Consultancy services. The Technical Director will lead service line development, mentor high-performing teams, enhance technical capability, and collaborate with the Operations Director to shape business strategy, structure, and expansion. Working with some of the most prestigious and growing clients and teams you will have the opportunity to help grow the business and develop a class‑leading service to the industry.
Responsibilities
* Strategic & Technical Leadership
o Partner with the Operations Director to define and implement long‑term strategic goals for the business unit, including service line expansion, structural development, and market positioning.
o Drive technical quality, innovation, and consistency across all projects and services.
o Act as the principal technical authority, providing expert advice and direction on building regulation, compliance, and associated legislation.
o Lead the continual development of service lines to align with emerging industry needs and regulatory changes.
* Project Delivery Excellence
o Oversee delivery of complex building regulation and compliance consultancy projects, ensuring technical rigour, commercial efficiency, and client satisfaction.
o Implement robust project management processes to support milestones, budgets, and KPIs consistently achieved.
o Provide governance and oversight, where required, to ensure all project outputs meet or exceed professional and statutory standards.
* Business Development & Client Engagement
o Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across key market sectors.
o Strengthen existing client relationships and foster long‑term partnerships through consistent delivery and technical expertise.
o Support the Operations Director in achieving revenue and growth targets through diversification and strategic positioning of the business unit.
o Represent the business at industry events, forums, and professional networks to enhance brand reputation and market presence.
* Service Line Development
o Lead the creation and refinement of specialist service lines within the Building Regulation and Compliance division.
o Evaluate market trends to inform service innovation, pricing models, and delivery strategies.
o Collaborate cross‑functionally with other technical and operational leads to integrate services and optimise resource sharing.
* Training, Mentoring & Technical Governance
o Develop and deliver a structured training and mentoring programme to build technical capability and succession within the team.
o Conduct performance reviews, CPD planning, and competency assessments aligned with professional standards (RICS, CABE, etc.).
o Champion a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
o Ensure knowledge transfer across teams and consistent application of technical methodologies.
* Quality, Compliance & Safety
o Uphold rigorous quality assurance, compliance, and safety standards across all technical operations.
o Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of legislative and regulatory changes, ensuring proactive adaptation of internal procedures.
o Lead technical audits and peer reviews to ensure consistency, accuracy, and excellence in delivery.
* Health & Safety Leadership
o Champion a positive and proactive health and safety culture through exemplary leadership.
o Ensure compliance with SOCOTEC and client quality, safety, and environmental systems.
o Promote a culture where safety, workplace health, and environmental responsibility are prioritised.
Qualifications
* Chartered status with RICS, CABE, or equivalent.
* Recognised technical or compliance certifications.
* CSCS card holder.
* Minimum 10 years' experience in building regulations and compliance.
* Demonstrated managerial experience overseeing complex projects.
* Proven track record in building control related services for complex and high‑risk buildings.
* Experience with budgeting and financial management.
* Exceptional technical leadership and mentoring ability.
* Strategic and commercial acumen.
* Proven experience in delivering complex, high‑value projects.
* Strong relationship management and business development capability.
* Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
Benefits
As part of our ambitious growth plans you will enjoy a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits including 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more, an electric car scheme, employee recognition schemes, family‑friendly support, an employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes and an enhanced company pension.
About SOCOTEC
SOCOTEC is the market‑leading independent provider of Building Control. We pride ourselves on being the experts and leading authority on building controls within the industry. By joining us you will be part of a 2,000+ strong team, where flexibility and a host of opportunities await. Building a safer and more sustainable world is at the core of everything we do, and we are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to keep social and environmental concerns at the forefront of all our business operations.
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