Technical Director - Building Risk & Compliance (BRAC)

Description

• Champion a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislative and regulatory changes, ensuring proactive adaptation of internal procedures
• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across key market sectors
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other technical and operational leads to integrate services and optimise resource sharing
• Ensure knowledge transfer across teams and consistent application of technical methodologies
• Champion a positive and proactive health and safety culture through exemplary leadership
• Implement robust project management processes, to support milestones, budgets, and KPIs are consistently achieved
• Conduct performance reviews, CPD planning, and competency assessments aligned with professional standards (RICS, CABE, etc.)
• Lead technical audits and peer reviews to ensure consistency, accuracy, and excellence in delivery
• Lead the continual development of service lines to align with emerging industry needs and regulatory changes
• Provide governance and oversight, where required, to ensure all project outputs meet or exceed professional and statutory standards
• Support the Operations Director in achieving revenue and growth targets through diversification and strategic positioning of the business unit
• Develop and deliver a structured training and mentoring programme to build technical capability and succession within the team
• Oversee delivery of complex building regulation and compliance consultancy projects, ensuring technical rigour, commercial efficiency, and client satisfaction
• Represent the business at industry events, forums, and professional networks to enhance brand reputation and market presence
• Partner with the Operations Director to define and implement long-term strategic goals for the business unit, including service line expansion, structural development, and market positioning
• Strengthen existing client relationships and foster long-term partnerships through consistent delivery and technical expertise
• Ensure compliance with SOCOTEC and client quality, safety, and environmental systems
• Lead the creation and refinement of specialist service lines within the Building Regulation and Compliance division
• Evaluate market trends to inform service innovation, pricing models, and delivery strategies
• Uphold rigorous quality assurance, compliance, and safety standards across all technical operations
• Promote a culture where safety, workplace health, and environmental responsibility are prioritised
• Drive technical quality, innovation, and consistency across all projects and services
• Act as the principal technical authority, providing expert advice and direction on building regulation, compliance, and associated legislation

Requirements

• CSCS card holder
• Chartered status with RICS, CABE, or equivalent
• Experience with budgeting and financial management
• Strategic and commercial acumen
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional technical leadership and mentoring ability
• Proven track record in building control related services for complex and high-risk buildings
• Recognised technical or compliance certifications
• Demonstrated managerial experience overseeing complex projects
• Proven experience in delivering complex, high-value projects
• Strong relationship management and business development capability
• Minimum 10 years' experience in building regulations and compliance

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance