Head of Design

Overview

Lead building safety and design for rooftop telecom projects, ensuring compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• regulation compliance
• document submission
• design authority
• procedure development
• safety review
• team leadership

Tasks

Head of Design - Building Safety & Rooftop Telecoms (Wireless Division - UK)Hybrid / Multi-Site | Full-Time | Senior Leadership RoleLead Building Safety & Design Excellence Across Circet WirelessCircet UK is seeking an experienced Head of Design to oversee and manage all building safety and rooftop telecoms design activities across our Wireless Business Units. Reporting into senior leadership, this role is responsible for leading the entire building regulations application process-from the coordination of surveys and document production, through to engagement with clients, duty holders, Building Control, Registered Building Inspectors, and the Building Safety Regulator for high-risk buildings.You will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance, safety, and design quality across all rooftop telecommunications projects, shaping the standards and processes that underpin our work across the UK.What You'll Be Doing -Support design managers to identify, assess, and manage building regulations risks throughout the design lifecycle. -Develop associated documents, processes, and forms required to support compliance. -Lead and manage additional building safety team members as the department grows. -Support designers in securing consents from building owners and their appointed surveyors. -Lead the creation and publication of a Building Safety Procedure for all Circet Wireless Business Units. -Review and quality-control design documents ahead of submission to clients, accountable persons, and regulatory bodies. -Promote and model high standards of behavioural and professional competence. -Engage directly with clients, accountable persons, consultants, stakeholders, and contractors to drive compliance and design excellence. -Coordinate building safety and CDM responsibilities alongside the HSEQT team and duty holders. -Act as the building safety design authority and subject-matter expert for internal consultation. -Participate in competency assessments to ensure employees and suppliers meet required technical and legislative standards. -Making an Impact: Take part in our CSR initiatives and help shape the future of connectivity -Collaborate with site designers to assemble and submit Building Regulations documentation and drawings. -Serve as the Individual Principal Designer under the Building Safety Act and CDM Regulations where appointed. -Manage submissions to Building Control, Registered Building Inspectors, or the Building Safety Regulator, ensuring full compliance for Gateway 2 and 3 approvals.

Requirements

• building safety
• cdm
• cad drawings
• telecoms design
• stakeholder engagement
• negotiation

What You Bring

-Prior experience in dependency management and stakeholder engagement. -Adept in using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word). -Ability to collaborate with designers, contractors, clients, and regulatory bodies. -Strong expertise in Building Safety and regulatory compliance for high-risk buildings. -Experience fulfilling Building Safety Act and CDM responsibilities. -Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings. -Building Safety and CDM-related qualifications (essential). -Excellent organisation and planning skills. -Extensive background in telecommunications cell site design and construction. -High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation. -Relevant engineering, construction, or telecoms design credentials (desirable). -Strong negotiation and communication skills.

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Benefits

-Great Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, life assurance, employee wellbeing support, and more -Inclusive Culture: We're committed to diversity and creating a supportive environment for everyone -Career Progression: Access structured development programmes, mentoring, and accredited training -Leadership Growth: We invest in internal talent - many of our leaders started where you are

About Circet Ire & Uk

-Recognized for its work in installing and maintaining large-scale telecom and energy infrastructure, including fiber networks and renewable energy systems. -Typical projects involve complex, large-scale installations, ranging from telecommunications towers to energy networks. -With a solid track record, the company has contributed significantly to the growth and modernization of Ireland and the UK’s digital and energy landscapes. -The company’s expertise spans various sectors, delivering results with an unwavering focus on safety, reliability, and innovation.

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