Senior Building Regulations Principal Designer
Oxford
Up to £65,000

A well-established architectural practice in Oxford is seeking an experienced Senior Building Regulations Principal Designer to join their team. The practice works across a varied portfolio of healthcare, education, defence and conservation projects, offering the opportunity to play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance and coordinating design teams across a range of schemes.

The role also offers a clear career progression pathway towards becoming a Partner within the business, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their long-term career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the Building Regulations Principal Designer function across a range of architectural projects

• Coordinating design teams to ensure compliance with Building Regulations and relevant legislation

• Reviewing architectural drawings, specifications and technical documentation to identify potential compliance issues

• Advising clients, architects, engineers and other consultants on building safety, regulatory requirements and design risks

• Identifying, assessing and managing design risks throughout the design process

• Monitoring design information and coordinating responses to building control comments and regulatory queries

• Maintaining clear records of design decisions, compliance reviews and risk management activities

• Working collaboratively with project teams to resolve technical challenges and support compliant design solutions

• Supporting the preparation and coordination of information required for building control submissions

• Keeping up to date with changes to Building Regulations, legislation and industry guidance

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Building Regulations Principal Designer, architectural or building compliance role

• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, building safety legislation and relevant technical guidance

• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and reviewing technical design information

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is essential

• The ability to identify design risks, assess compliance issues and recommend practical solutions

• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with confidence liaising with clients and consultants

• A methodical approach to technical reviews, documentation and compliance management

• The ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines

• Experience across healthcare, education, defence or conservation projects would be advantageous

• Relevant professional qualifications and a commitment to ongoing professional development

Interested? Contact Harley at harley.davies@aztrum.com or 020 8164 5913 for further information.