Principal Designer for Building Regulations (PDBR)

Principal Designer for Building Regulations (PDBR)

Location: Shoreditch

Salary: £65–75k + Benefits

We\’re working with a progressive and design-led consultancy seeking a Principal Designer for Building Regulations (PDBR) to join their Shoreditch-based team.

In this newly created duty-holder role under the Building Safety Act, you\’ll lead on ensuring compliance with Building Regulations across a diverse range of high-quality projects. From coordinating design teams to managing compliance risk, you\’ll play a key part in delivering safe, well-regulated buildings.

What you\’ll do:

• Plan, manage, and monitor design work for Building Regs compliance
• Coordinate input from internal and external designers
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks early
• Work closely with clients, contractors, and project teams
• Ensure all design outcomes meet statutory requirements

What we\’re looking for:

• Proven experience leading on design compliance
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations and safety legislation
• Confident communicator with excellent coordination skills
• APS registration or equivalent competence is a plus