Building Regulations Principal Designer

Building Regulations Principal Designer

Full time • London

Our client is one of the UK's largest interdisciplinary practices, known for excellence and a growing portfolio. They are developing a Building Regulations Principal Designer (BRPD) capability to support large‑scale residential and mixed‑use developments, as well as later‑life, care, workspace and film studio projects. Projects include new build, retrofit and adaptive reuse of HRB and non‑HRB buildings.

The BRPD role centres on planning, managing, coordinating, and monitoring Building Regulations compliance. Candidates may include experienced technical architects or architectural technologists, those with a design‑management or plans‑checking background, or individuals who have delivered Principal Designer services under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing design development with a focus on Building Regulations compliance
• Coordinating compliance activities across multidisciplinary teams
• Maintaining meticulous digital records and ensuring accurate documentation
• Communicating clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with stakeholders

Required qualifications and skills:

• Demonstrable experience in design management or Principal Designer roles
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations and relevant codes
• Excellent organizational and digital record‑keeping abilities
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

Benefits:

• Regular social events, including annual study trips and seasonal celebrations

Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.