Job Title: Building Regulations Principal Designer
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Division: Safety and Compliance
Location: Hybrid/Office/Site
We are looking for a Building Regulations Principal Designer (BRPD) Consultant to play a key role in delivering compliant, safe, and well-coordinated design solutions across a diverse project portfolio.
This is a senior, client-facing position where you will lead on Building Regulations compliance during the design phase, working closely with clients, designers, and regulators. You will act as a trusted advisor, helping clients navigate the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022 while managing design risk and driving high-quality outcomes.
Alongside project delivery, you will contribute to the growth of our BRPD service offering and help position us as a leading compliance partner in the market.
What youll be responsible for
Leading Building Regulations compliance
* Plan, manage, and coordinate compliance throughout the design phase
* Develop and maintain clear compliance strategies and trackers
* Review design information to ensure alignment with functional requirements
* Identify and manage compliance risks, advising on practical solutions
* Ensure design changes are assessed, recorded, and communicated
Coordinating stakeholders
* Work closely with designers to ensure duties are understood and fulfilled
* Coordinate duty holders and clarify responsibilities across the project team
* Liaise with Building Control Bodies and Registered Building Inspectors
* Support clients in meeting their statutory obligations
Client leadership
* Build strong, long-term client relationships
* Act as a trusted advisor on compliance and design risk
* Lead and contribute to key project and design team meetings
* Provide clear, commercially aware guidance aligned to project objective
Supporting business growth
* Identify opportunities to expand BRPD and wider compliance services
* Contribute to bids, proposals, and client presentations
* Support the development of tools, processes, and service offerings
* Represent the business at industry events and networking opportunities
Team contribution
* Mentor and support junior team members
* Review technical outputs to ensure quality and consistency
* Contribute to best practice, templates, and internal processes
What were looking for
* Degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Building Surveying, Engineering, or similar Membership of a relevant professional body (RIBA, CIAT, CIOB, CABE or equivalent)
* Demonstrable competence aligned with PAS 8671 (or working towards)
* Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and Building Regulations
* Experience delivering Building Regulations compliance across multiple project types
* Confident coordinating design teams and managing compliance through design stages
* Experience engaging with Building Control Bodies or Registered Building Inspectors
* Ability to interpret complex technical design information and communicate clearly
What success looks like in this role
* Projects delivered with clear, well-documented compliance strategies
* Clients who see you as a trusted, proactive advisor
* Strong coordination across design teams with minimal compliance risk
* Contribution to the growth and recognition of our BRPD service
Our Values
* Collaboration - 'Stronger Together'
* Client Focused - 'Listen to Clients. Learn. Make it Happen'
* Leadership - Be the Difference
* Excellence - Think Solutions. Not Problems.
* Accountability - Do Whats Right. Not Whats Easy'
If youre looking for a role where you can influence projects, advise clients at a senior level, and help grow a specialist service, wed welcome a conversation. xxuwjjq Apply today to find out more.