Principal Designer Building Regulations Consultant
Pick Everard
drawing review
compliance tracker
project delivery
design changes
budget management
design safety
As a Principal Designer, you will oversee and facilitate adherence to building regulations, manage design safety, coordinate design risks, and lead the design team. You will also ensure compliance with relevant legislation and codes of practice,contributing to safer construction practices and a more secure built environment. Our clients span various sectors, including heritage, commercial,education, retail, local authorities, and central government, offering you a diverse range of projects.
- Collaborating on drawing reviews and plan checks to ensure all compliance requirements are met.
- Creating high-quality reports and maintaining the Building Regulations Compliance Tracker.
- Leading and managing project delivery while advising duty holders and supporting the design team.
- Collaborating closely with contractors to manage design changes on-site.
- Supporting fee proposals, tender responses, and managing project budgets.
- To show dedication to providing a superior client experience, ensuring that all interactions reflect professionalism and respect for client needs.
- Fostering internal relationships and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
principal designer
building regulations
teamwork
time management
construction
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Do you have experience as a Principal Designer with a clear understanding of Building Regulations?
To have the ability to operate effectively under tight deadlines, demonstrating exceptional time management skills while juggling multiple responsibilities and tasks efficiently.
Proven experience in either construction, design or building control, showcasing a solid understanding of the intricacies involved in these areas.
Have a good understanding of Building Regulations, allowing for informed decision-making in compliance with legal standards.
Are you a Construction Professional within the industry who has a design background, with a passion for building safety and a desire to make a difference?
- Do you have experience as a Principal Designer with a clear understanding of Building Regulations?
- To demonstrate strong teamwork capabilities, complemented by a proactive mindset that fosters a commitment to excellence in all deliverables.
- To have the ability to operate effectively under tight deadlines, demonstrating exceptional time management skills while juggling multiple responsibilities and tasks efficiently.
- Proven experience in either construction, design or building control, showcasing a solid understanding of the intricacies involved in these areas.
- Hold a professional accreditation such as RIBA, ARB, MCIAT, Cabe, MCIOB, CIBSE, ICE, IStrUce etc.
- Have a good understanding of Building Regulations, allowing for informed decision-making in compliance with legal standards.
Agile working – Hybrid model
Eyecare Scheme
Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect:
Employee Discount Scheme
We care about our people and improving our society and that means supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide you with an inspiring environment in which you will be able to drive real progress and impact in your career.
Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan
Professional subscriptions
Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities
We’re committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued. We achieve that by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients and colleagues.
Stakeholder pension
Career and Professional Development
26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days’ additional leave
- Agile working – Hybrid model
- Eyecare Scheme
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan
- Professional subscriptions
- Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
- Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities
- Stakeholder pension
- Career and Professional Development
- 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days’ additional leave
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Regional Presence
The company's national coverage with offices across the UK.
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Two-thirds reduction
Carbon footprint reduction
Achieved through hybrid working practices.
600+ staff
Whole-practice sustainability training
Includes Passivhaus training levels 1–3 for employees.
32 roles
Sustainability Champions
Embedded in firm-wide culture to drive sustainability efforts.
45% focus
Circular economy contribution
Part of their net zero strategy and climate resilience efforts.
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13‑point plan
Diversity Strategy
A comprehensive plan that includes various initiatives to promote diversity and equity within the organization.
50% mentees female
Mentoring Program
RISE mentoring program shows strong gender representation with almost 50% of mentees being female.
40% senior promotions
Gender Representation
Female employees have been elevated to leadership roles at a significant rate over the past year.
10% staff STEM Ambassadors
Industry Leadership
Over 10% of staff actively promote diversity and inclusion in STEM fields through ambassador programs.
- Above‑average diversity rates compared to wider industry.
