Building Safety Compliance Lead (Design)

Bouygues Uk

The Role

Overview

Lead BSA compliance in design, coordinating regulations, training, and submissions.

Key Responsibilities

  • compliance liaison
  • regulatory monitoring
  • guide creation
  • strategy leadership
  • gateway submissions
  • training sessions

Tasks

-Liaise with the Building Control Officer’s (BCO) to identify industry or project specific requirements to ensure effective collaboration -Act as the main point of contact for external consultants regarding BSA compliance -Conduct regular external monitoring of regulatory updates and best practices (Build UK, consultants, industry forums, etc.) -Create and update technical guides and best-practice documents for project teams regarding BSA compliance -Lead and animate the BSA compliance strategy across BYUK, involving all departments (Commercial, Design, Execution, Preconstruction, etc.) -Develop and maintain a common strategy and roadmap for Gateway 2 submissions (planning, resources allocation, deadlines) -Organise and deliver internal training sessions and communications on BSA topics -Ensure all submitted documents and guides are standardised and reflect current regulatory requirements -Organise and centralise project submissions under BSA, specifically Principal Designer (PD) and Principal Contractor (PC) submissions -Support teams in preparing Gateway 2 and Gateway 3 submissions (documentation, standardisation of responses, etc.) -Try to create a direct link with the BSA regulator to monitor updates and regulatory evolutions (working group) -Animate and facilitate a dedicated internal working group on BSA compliance

Requirements

  • bsa
  • design management
  • uk regulations
  • training
  • technical docs
  • gateway submissions

What You Bring

-Ability to interpret, explain and implement regulatory requirements -Understand and interpret the implications of the Building Safety Act (BSA) for all company projects, both from technical and process perspectives -Proven experience in design management within construction or a related sector -Excellent organisational and communication skills; ability to lead cross-functional teams -Experience in delivering training and writing technical documentation would be advantageous -Strong understanding of UK building regulations, with specific focus on the Building Safety Act -Proactive in external networking and internal knowledge sharing -Experience in project submission processes (Gateway 2/3, PC/PD roles)

Benefits

-Private medical insurance -Generous share scheme -BY Extra – opt into lifestyle benefits -Life insurance -26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days -Pension scheme -2 paid volunteering days a year

The Company

About Bouygues Uk

-With decades of experience, Bouygues UK has become a key player in the UK's construction landscape. -It brings forward-thinking solutions to a wide range of sectors, from residential to commercial projects. -The company has earned a reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and industrial projects with precision. -Known for handling large-scale transportation and energy projects, Bouygues UK continues to push the boundaries of construction innovation. -It is committed to building sustainable, efficient, and modern spaces that stand the test of time. -Notable projects include iconic buildings and infrastructure that shape city skylines and improve community connectivity. -The company is a subsidiary of Bouygues Construction, a global leader in the construction industry.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Education

Healthcare

Student Accommodation

Offices and Commercial

Mixed Use Regeneration

Hotels

Infrastructure

Energy

Industrial

Placemaking

Construction

Development

Facilities Management