Building Safety Lead

Building Safety Lead (Interim) Rate: £600 per day Location: London (Hybrid / Site as required) Contract: Interim About the Role We are seeking an experienced Building Safety Lead to take ownership of a critical safety function within a complex, high-risk environment. This is a senior interim role requiring deep expertise in building safety, regulatory compliance, and housing legislation, particularly in line with the Building Safety Act 2022. You will lead the building safety function, ensuring immediate stability, regulatory readiness, and operational assurance across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all aspects of building safety across the portfolio Ensure robust controls and mitigation of life safety risks Oversee compliance and assurance frameworks, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards Conduct and manage block inspections and safety reviews Lead the development and maintenance of Building Safety Cases Ensure full implementation and management of the Golden Thread of information Manage and respond to Building Safety Regulator (BSR) notices Drive regulatory readiness across all assets and operations Provide cross-departmental data assurance, supporting both operational and strategic decision-making Lead and support a specialist building safety team, ensuring high performance and accountability About You We are looking for a highly credible building safety professional with: Extensive experience in housing sector building safety and compliance Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and regulatory requirements Proven track record in delivering compliance and assurance reporting to regulatory standards Experience managing high-risk buildings and complex safety environments Ability to provide immediate leadership, stability, and improvement within critical functions Strong stakeholder management skills, including engagement with regulators and senior leadership