Building Regulations Principal Designer in Newcastle upon Tyne

Building Regulations Principal Designer A growing construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Building Regulations Principal Designer to join its expanding Building Safety offering in Newcastle. This is an excellent opportunity for a Building Regulations Principal Designer who is looking for greater project responsibility, the opportunity to work independently and the chance to become an important member of a developing Building Regulations compliance team. The successful Building Regulations Principal Designer will work on a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial projects, supporting clients throughout the design and construction process. The consultancy is looking for a technically capable Principal Designer who can deliver a high standard of service while building strong relationships with clients and design teams. The Building Regulations Principal Designer's Role The Building Regulations Principal Designer will be responsible for ensuring compliance is embedded throughout the design process, providing technical advice to clients and coordinating the work of multidisciplinary design teams. The role will involve: Acting as Principal Designer under the Building Regulations Advising clients on Building Safety Act requirements Undertaking design reviews and regulatory compliance assessments Reviewing architectural drawings and construction information Supporting Gateway submissions for Higher-Risk Buildings Coordinating Architects, Engineers and other designers Preparing and maintaining Building Regulations compliance trackers Supporting the management of Golden Thread information Attending client meetings and providing technical advice Preparing written compliance reports and project documentation Supporting business development and maintaining client relationships The Building Regulations Principal Designer The successful Building Regulations Principal Designer will ideally have: Experience delivering Building Regulations Principal Designer services A background in Architecture, Building Control or design compliance Strong understanding of the Building Safety Act 2022 Excellent knowledge of Building Regulations and Approved Documents Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams Experience working on Higher-Risk Buildings advantageous Knowledge of Gateway submissions and regulatory approval processes RICS, CABE, RIBA, CIAT or CIOB membership advantageous Strong communication and report-writing skills Ability to manage multiple projects independently In Return? £50,000 - £60,000 Hybrid working Flexible working arrangements 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Private healthcare Professional membership fees paid Ongoing training and CPD Opportunity to work on complex building safety projects Excellent long-term career progression If you are a Building Regulations Principal Designer considering your career opportunities, please contact Bex Ellinger at Brandon James on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion. Building Regulations Principal Designer / BRPD / Principal Designer / Building Safety Act / Building Regulations / Building Control / Building Safety Consultant / Architecture / CIAT / CABE / RICS / Newcastle / North East