Senior Building Regulations Principal Designer

Senior Building Regulations Principal Designer
Oxford
Up to £65,000

A well-established architectural practice in Oxford is seeking an experienced Senior Building Regulations Principal Designer to join their team. The practice works across a varied portfolio of healthcare, education, defence and conservation projects, offering the opportunity to play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance and coordinating design teams across a range of schemes.

The role also offers a clear career progression pathway towards becoming a Partner within the business, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their long-term career.

Key Responsibilities:

Leading the Building Regulations Principal Designer function across a range of architectural projects

Coordinating design teams to ensure compliance with Building Regulations and relevant legislation

Reviewing architectural drawings, specifications and technical documentation to identify potential compliance issues

Advising clients, architects, engineers and other consultants on building safety, regulatory requirements and design risks

Identifying, assessing and managing design risks throughout the design process

Monitoring design information and coordinating responses to building control comments and regulatory queries

Maintaining clear records of design decisions, compliance reviews and risk management activities

Working collaboratively with project teams to resolve technical challenges and support compliant design solutions

Supporting the preparation and coordination of information required for building control submissions

Keeping up to date with changes to Building Regulations, legislation and industry guidance

Key Requirements:

Proven experience in a Building Regulations Principal Designer, architectural or building compliance role

Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, building safety legislation and relevant technical guidance

Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and reviewing technical design information

Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is essential

The ability to identify design risks, assess compliance issues and recommend practical solutions

Excellent communication and organisational skills, with confidence liaising with clients and consultants

A methodical approach to technical reviews, documentation and compliance management

The ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines

Experience across healthcare, education, defence or conservation projects would be advantageous

Relevant professional qualifications and a commitment to ongoing professional development

Interested? Contact Harley at or (phone number removed) for further information