We are looking for an experienced Head of Building Safety to take responsibility for building safety compliance across a portfolio of high-rise residential buildings.
This is a senior and influential role with responsibility for ensuring buildings meet the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022, alongside maintaining high standards of health & safety, fire safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead building compliance across a portfolio of high-rise residential assets.
- Act as the main point of contact with the Building Safety Regulator, including managing Building Assessment Certificate applications and Higher-Risk Building registrations.
- Oversee the development and maintenance of building safety cases, Resident Engagement Strategies and Mandatory Occurrence Reporting processes.
- Ensure statutory M&E maintenance, risk assessments and associated remedial works are completed within required timescales.
- Provide technical guidance to operational teams on building safety and fire safety.
- Manage complex fire safety issues including external walls, compartmentation and fire doors.
- Support the mobilisation of new residential buildings, ensuring appropriate O&M information, Regulation 38 documentation and Building Safety Regulator requirements are met.
- Lead, mentor and develop the Building Safety Coordinator and provide training and guidance to site-based teams.
About You
We are looking for someone with strong experience across building safety and health & safety within residential buildings, ideally including high-rise or Higher-Risk Buildings.
You should have:
- Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act and Building Assessment Certificate requirements.
- Experience managing H&S and fire safety within residential buildings.
- Knowledge of external wall systems, compartmentation, fire doors and wider fire/life safety.
- An IWFM membership at member level or above.
- NEBOSH or an equivalent health & safety qualification.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
Experience developing building safety cases for high-rise residential buildings and a Level 3 qualification in a building services discipline would be advantageous.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced building safety and FM professional to take ownership of a strategically important function across a growing residential portfolio.
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Head of Building Safety employer: RE-Search London
RE-Search London is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of the West End. With a strong focus on employee growth and collaboration, we provide opportunities for professional development while working on prestigious landmark assets. Our inclusive culture fosters innovation and teamwork, making it a rewarding place for those looking to make a significant impact in commercial leasing.
