Building Regulations Principal Designer required to join a multidisciplinary practice delivering integrated design and build solutions. This newly created role focuses on planning, managing, coordinating and monitoring Building Regulations compliance across projects. Projects cover new build, retrofit and adaptive reuse of both higher-risk and standard buildings. As the company plans to grow this team, there is an opportunity to take on leadership and management responsibilities into 2026. Building Regulations Principal Designer duties will include: Providing expert advice on the Building Safety Act and Building Regulations. Conducting plan checks and reviewing designs for compliance with Building Regulations. Attending client and design team meetings to offer professional advice. Inspecting properties and buildings at key design stages to ensure regulatory compliance. Preparing written reports (e.g., End of Design Stage Reports) and maintaining Building Regulations Trackers. Identifying new business opportunities and nurturing client relationships. Collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver high-quality project outcomes. Experience: Technical Architect, Building Control or Architectural Technologist background. Experience within design management or delivering Building Regulations Principal Designer services. Excellent knowledge of the Building Regulations, codes and any other associated legislation. Exceptional client-facing skills and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Qualifications: A relevant qualification such as a HNC, HND, or a degree in a construction-related field, building control or building inspector field. Membership to RICS, CABE or CIOB is beneficial. The Building Regulations Principal Designer role has a salary of £60k-£70k depending on experience, along with pension, healthcare and a comprehensive benefits package.
Apr 27, 2026
Full time
Building Regulations Principal Designer required to join a multidisciplinary practice delivering integrated design and build solutions. This newly created role focuses on planning, managing, coordinating and monitoring Building Regulations compliance across projects. Projects cover new build, retrofit and adaptive reuse of both higher-risk and standard buildings. As the company plans to grow this team, there is an opportunity to take on leadership and management responsibilities into 2026. Building Regulations Principal Designer duties will include: Providing expert advice on the Building Safety Act and Building Regulations. Conducting plan checks and reviewing designs for compliance with Building Regulations. Attending client and design team meetings to offer professional advice. Inspecting properties and buildings at key design stages to ensure regulatory compliance. Preparing written reports (e.g., End of Design Stage Reports) and maintaining Building Regulations Trackers. Identifying new business opportunities and nurturing client relationships. Collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver high-quality project outcomes. Experience: Technical Architect, Building Control or Architectural Technologist background. Experience within design management or delivering Building Regulations Principal Designer services. Excellent knowledge of the Building Regulations, codes and any other associated legislation. Exceptional client-facing skills and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Qualifications: A relevant qualification such as a HNC, HND, or a degree in a construction-related field, building control or building inspector field. Membership to RICS, CABE or CIOB is beneficial. The Building Regulations Principal Designer role has a salary of £60k-£70k depending on experience, along with pension, healthcare and a comprehensive benefits package.
Deliver with precision-lead the technical detail behind every exceptional development. As a Senior Technical Coordinator, you'll lead the design and technical delivery across residential projects-from concept to completion. You'll oversee consultant performance, manage design risks, and ensure all technical outputs meet Hill's high standards for quality, compliance, and buildability. This is a role where technical leadership meets collaboration. You'll be at the centre of project coordination, supporting Construction, Commercial, Planning, and Sales teams while representing Hill professionally with external partners. What you'll do: Manage the delivery of design packages from feasibility through to handover Lead coordination with consultants and statutory authorities to meet programme milestones Oversee compliance with Building Regulations, CDM, and Hill's Golden Thread processes Manage planning condition discharge, warranties, and statutory approvals Chair design meetings, site reviews, and technical coordination forums Review sub-contractor designs and ensure timely, coordinated information Prepare tender and design budgets, and identify value engineering opportunities Mentor junior colleagues and support performance development within the team Ensure high-quality presentation materials are produced for internal and customer use What we're looking for: Significant experience delivering complex residential developments Qualification in construction, architecture or a related technical field (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent) Membership of RICS, CIOB, CIAT or RIBA is desirable Strong understanding of building regulations, design risk, and coordination Skilled at leading meetings and engaging with multidisciplinary teams Proactive, collaborative, and confident managing multiple priorities Familiarity with CDM legislation and Principal Designer duties Passion for high-quality design, buildability, and customer satisfaction What you'll get: 26 days holiday Private healthcare and wellbeing platform Hill Incentive scheme and retail discounts Volunteering days and continuous learning opportunities A high-performing and supportive team culture competitive salary and package Why Hill? At Hill, we offer more than just a job - we offer the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Every person here contributes to delivering sustainable, high-quality homes and shaping vibrant communities across the UK. Our culture is underpinned by our values: Ambition - we set bold goals and support each other to exceed them Impact - we focus on delivering meaningful outcomes Agility - we move quickly, adapt confidently, and embrace change Collaboration - we work together to achieve more, sharing success along the way As a privately owned business, we're able to move with pace and purpose. We invest in people, support career growth, and empower individuals to lead from wherever they stand. Hard-working, driven people thrive here - and are recognised for what they deliver and how they deliver it. Join Hill and be part of a forward-thinking, values-led team. Together, we're not just building homes - we're building a lasting legacy. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer . We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can provide adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Deliver with precision-lead the technical detail behind every exceptional development. As a Senior Technical Coordinator, you'll lead the design and technical delivery across residential projects-from concept to completion. You'll oversee consultant performance, manage design risks, and ensure all technical outputs meet Hill's high standards for quality, compliance, and buildability. This is a role where technical leadership meets collaboration. You'll be at the centre of project coordination, supporting Construction, Commercial, Planning, and Sales teams while representing Hill professionally with external partners. What you'll do: Manage the delivery of design packages from feasibility through to handover Lead coordination with consultants and statutory authorities to meet programme milestones Oversee compliance with Building Regulations, CDM, and Hill's Golden Thread processes Manage planning condition discharge, warranties, and statutory approvals Chair design meetings, site reviews, and technical coordination forums Review sub-contractor designs and ensure timely, coordinated information Prepare tender and design budgets, and identify value engineering opportunities Mentor junior colleagues and support performance development within the team Ensure high-quality presentation materials are produced for internal and customer use What we're looking for: Significant experience delivering complex residential developments Qualification in construction, architecture or a related technical field (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent) Membership of RICS, CIOB, CIAT or RIBA is desirable Strong understanding of building regulations, design risk, and coordination Skilled at leading meetings and engaging with multidisciplinary teams Proactive, collaborative, and confident managing multiple priorities Familiarity with CDM legislation and Principal Designer duties Passion for high-quality design, buildability, and customer satisfaction What you'll get: 26 days holiday Private healthcare and wellbeing platform Hill Incentive scheme and retail discounts Volunteering days and continuous learning opportunities A high-performing and supportive team culture competitive salary and package Why Hill? At Hill, we offer more than just a job - we offer the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Every person here contributes to delivering sustainable, high-quality homes and shaping vibrant communities across the UK. Our culture is underpinned by our values: Ambition - we set bold goals and support each other to exceed them Impact - we focus on delivering meaningful outcomes Agility - we move quickly, adapt confidently, and embrace change Collaboration - we work together to achieve more, sharing success along the way As a privately owned business, we're able to move with pace and purpose. We invest in people, support career growth, and empower individuals to lead from wherever they stand. Hard-working, driven people thrive here - and are recognised for what they deliver and how they deliver it. Join Hill and be part of a forward-thinking, values-led team. Together, we're not just building homes - we're building a lasting legacy. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer . We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can provide adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
The Health and Safety Partnership Limited
Southport, Merseyside
Junior CDM/Principal Designer required to join a multi-disciplinary construction consultancy. The role will involve supporting the Principal Designer across a range of construction projects, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations and contributing to safe and efficient project delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career. Further training via external qualifications will be provided to enable growth, knowledge and progression within the company. The role of Junior CDM/Principal Designer: Assist the Principal Designer in coordinating design and project information to ensure CDM compliance. Support preparation and maintenance of risk assessments, method statements and other CDM documentation. Participate in site visits and inspections to monitor design and construction compliance with health and safety standards. Liaise with designers, contractors, clients and stakeholders to ensure clear communication and smooth project delivery. Contribute to design review meetings and project handovers. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the design and project delivery team. Qualifications Construction, health and safety or design qualification (e.g., NEBOSH, NVQ, BTEC, HNC/HND in Construction, Architecture, or Building Services). Experience Understanding of CDM regulations and Principal Designer responsibilities and/or construction health and safety. Previous experience or placement in a construction or design environment is desirable. An understanding of design risk management and construction health and safety practices. Interest in pursuing further professional development in CDM coordination. This Junior CDM/Principal Designer role is paying £30k-£35k plus provides ongoing professional development and structured training to support career progression.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Junior CDM/Principal Designer required to join a multi-disciplinary construction consultancy. The role will involve supporting the Principal Designer across a range of construction projects, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations and contributing to safe and efficient project delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career. Further training via external qualifications will be provided to enable growth, knowledge and progression within the company. The role of Junior CDM/Principal Designer: Assist the Principal Designer in coordinating design and project information to ensure CDM compliance. Support preparation and maintenance of risk assessments, method statements and other CDM documentation. Participate in site visits and inspections to monitor design and construction compliance with health and safety standards. Liaise with designers, contractors, clients and stakeholders to ensure clear communication and smooth project delivery. Contribute to design review meetings and project handovers. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the design and project delivery team. Qualifications Construction, health and safety or design qualification (e.g., NEBOSH, NVQ, BTEC, HNC/HND in Construction, Architecture, or Building Services). Experience Understanding of CDM regulations and Principal Designer responsibilities and/or construction health and safety. Previous experience or placement in a construction or design environment is desirable. An understanding of design risk management and construction health and safety practices. Interest in pursuing further professional development in CDM coordination. This Junior CDM/Principal Designer role is paying £30k-£35k plus provides ongoing professional development and structured training to support career progression.
Building Regulations Principal Designer - Architect An employee owned, multi-disciplinary consultancy with a track record of working on the UK's largest projects looking for an Architect who is keen to move into a Building Regulations Principal Designer role. As a Building Regulations Principal Designer, you will lead on project delivery across a range of projects, across a variety of sectors. Using your experience as an Architect to ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and Building Regulations at the early design stages. The role would suit an Architect with a strong understanding of the Building Regulations and Building Safety Act, and a keen interest in moving into a Building Regulations Principal Designer role. The Role The successful Architect will act as a Building Regulations Principal Designer and will be heavily involved in ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and managing building safety risks at early design stages, whilst also leading on all Building Regulations duty holder responsibilities. You will coordinate design teams, maintain the golden thread of information, and ensure compliance is clearly demonstrated. The role will require clear communication skills to ensure the handover to the Principal Contractor is as effective and smooth as possible. The Person The successful Architect will have a keen interest in acting as a Building Regulations Principal Designer. You will have a strong understanding of the Building Regulations, Building Safety Act, and duty holder responsibilities, with a keen eye for identifying and managing risk at early design stages. You will be an ARB-registered/RIBA-registered Architect. In Return The salary and package are negotiable depending on your experience, qualifications, and ability, but as a guide: Up to 55,000 per annum Remote working Car allowance Generous bonus scheme Pension contribution Season ticket loan Gold standard healthcare scheme Gym membership If you are an Architect and are considering options currently, please contact Bex Ellinger on (phone number removed) CDM / Principal Designer / Construction / NEBOSH / IOSH / Tech IOSH / Health and Safety / Architecture / CertIOSH / ARB / CMIOSH / APS / IMaPS / AaPS / CMaPS / CDM Consultant / CDM Advisor / RIBA / Design Safety / Architecture / Construction H&S / Architecture / Architect /Architectural Technician / Architectural Assistant / Architectural Designer / Architectural Technologist / ARB Registered / RIBA Registered / Design Risk Management
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Building Regulations Principal Designer - Architect An employee owned, multi-disciplinary consultancy with a track record of working on the UK's largest projects looking for an Architect who is keen to move into a Building Regulations Principal Designer role. As a Building Regulations Principal Designer, you will lead on project delivery across a range of projects, across a variety of sectors. Using your experience as an Architect to ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and Building Regulations at the early design stages. The role would suit an Architect with a strong understanding of the Building Regulations and Building Safety Act, and a keen interest in moving into a Building Regulations Principal Designer role. The Role The successful Architect will act as a Building Regulations Principal Designer and will be heavily involved in ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and managing building safety risks at early design stages, whilst also leading on all Building Regulations duty holder responsibilities. You will coordinate design teams, maintain the golden thread of information, and ensure compliance is clearly demonstrated. The role will require clear communication skills to ensure the handover to the Principal Contractor is as effective and smooth as possible. The Person The successful Architect will have a keen interest in acting as a Building Regulations Principal Designer. You will have a strong understanding of the Building Regulations, Building Safety Act, and duty holder responsibilities, with a keen eye for identifying and managing risk at early design stages. You will be an ARB-registered/RIBA-registered Architect. In Return The salary and package are negotiable depending on your experience, qualifications, and ability, but as a guide: Up to 55,000 per annum Remote working Car allowance Generous bonus scheme Pension contribution Season ticket loan Gold standard healthcare scheme Gym membership If you are an Architect and are considering options currently, please contact Bex Ellinger on (phone number removed) CDM / Principal Designer / Construction / NEBOSH / IOSH / Tech IOSH / Health and Safety / Architecture / CertIOSH / ARB / CMIOSH / APS / IMaPS / AaPS / CMaPS / CDM Consultant / CDM Advisor / RIBA / Design Safety / Architecture / Construction H&S / Architecture / Architect /Architectural Technician / Architectural Assistant / Architectural Designer / Architectural Technologist / ARB Registered / RIBA Registered / Design Risk Management
Building Regulations Principal Designer - Architect An employee owned, multi-disciplinary consultancy with a track record of working on the UK's largest projects looking for an Architect who is keen to move into a Building Regulations Principal Designer role. As a Building Regulations Principal Designer, you will lead on project delivery across a range of projects, across a variety of sectors. Using your experience as an Architect to ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and Building Regulations at the early design stages. The role would suit an Architect with a strong understanding of the Building Regulations and Building Safety Act, and a keen interest in moving into a Building Regulations Principal Designer role. The Role The successful Architect will act as a Building Regulations Principal Designer and will be heavily involved in ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and managing building safety risks at early design stages, whilst also leading on all Building Regulations duty holder responsibilities. You will coordinate design teams, maintain the golden thread of information, and ensure compliance is clearly demonstrated. The role will require clear communication skills to ensure the handover to the Principal Contractor is as effective and smooth as possible. The Person The successful Architect will have a keen interest in acting as a Building Regulations Principal Designer. You will have a strong understanding of the Building Regulations, Building Safety Act, and duty holder responsibilities, with a keen eye for identifying and managing risk at early design stages. You will be an ARB-registered/RIBA-registered Architect. In Return The salary and package are negotiable depending on your experience, qualifications, and ability, but as a guide: Up to 55,000 per annum Remote working Car allowance Generous bonus scheme Pension contribution Season ticket loan Gold standard healthcare scheme Gym membership If you are an Architect and are considering options currently, please contact Bex Ellinger on (phone number removed) CDM / Principal Designer / Construction / NEBOSH / IOSH / Tech IOSH / Health and Safety / Architecture / CertIOSH / ARB / CMIOSH / APS / IMaPS / AaPS / CMaPS / CDM Consultant / CDM Advisor / RIBA / Design Safety / Architecture / Construction H&S / Architecture / Architect /Architectural Technician / Architectural Assistant / Architectural Designer / Architectural Technologist / ARB Registered / RIBA Registered / Design Risk Management
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Building Regulations Principal Designer - Architect An employee owned, multi-disciplinary consultancy with a track record of working on the UK's largest projects looking for an Architect who is keen to move into a Building Regulations Principal Designer role. As a Building Regulations Principal Designer, you will lead on project delivery across a range of projects, across a variety of sectors. Using your experience as an Architect to ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and Building Regulations at the early design stages. The role would suit an Architect with a strong understanding of the Building Regulations and Building Safety Act, and a keen interest in moving into a Building Regulations Principal Designer role. The Role The successful Architect will act as a Building Regulations Principal Designer and will be heavily involved in ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and managing building safety risks at early design stages, whilst also leading on all Building Regulations duty holder responsibilities. You will coordinate design teams, maintain the golden thread of information, and ensure compliance is clearly demonstrated. The role will require clear communication skills to ensure the handover to the Principal Contractor is as effective and smooth as possible. The Person The successful Architect will have a keen interest in acting as a Building Regulations Principal Designer. You will have a strong understanding of the Building Regulations, Building Safety Act, and duty holder responsibilities, with a keen eye for identifying and managing risk at early design stages. You will be an ARB-registered/RIBA-registered Architect. In Return The salary and package are negotiable depending on your experience, qualifications, and ability, but as a guide: Up to 55,000 per annum Remote working Car allowance Generous bonus scheme Pension contribution Season ticket loan Gold standard healthcare scheme Gym membership If you are an Architect and are considering options currently, please contact Bex Ellinger on (phone number removed) CDM / Principal Designer / Construction / NEBOSH / IOSH / Tech IOSH / Health and Safety / Architecture / CertIOSH / ARB / CMIOSH / APS / IMaPS / AaPS / CMaPS / CDM Consultant / CDM Advisor / RIBA / Design Safety / Architecture / Construction H&S / Architecture / Architect /Architectural Technician / Architectural Assistant / Architectural Designer / Architectural Technologist / ARB Registered / RIBA Registered / Design Risk Management
Job Title: Structural Team Lead Location: Hybrid, Central Belt preferred, but flexible Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full Time, Permanent About us: We are a team of enthusiastic and collaborative planners, designers, environmental consultants, engineers and health & safety professionals. Our client base includes public and private sectors. We have grown significantly over the last few years and now employ 200 individuals across the UK. Teamwork and a people-first culture are at the heart of everything we do and we wish to engage an enthusiastic professional to join our team. Please note that the company does not offer sponsorship and therefore candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for this role. Overview of the role: The Company is offering an exciting opportunity for a talented Structural Engineer to step into a leadership role and drive our continued growth across the UK. As Structural Team Lead, you will guide a highly skilled engineering team and deliver innovative projects in sectors such as Energy, Manufacturing, and Distilling. With offices nationwide, we embrace hybrid and remote working to support the diverse needs of our staff. We specialise in designing structures for high-hazard industrial environments, including blast resistance, toxic hazards, and thermal hazard requirements. This role requires a Design Leader / Project Manager with exceptional managerial ability, strong interpersonal skills, and a proven track record in delivering complex building projects. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of highly competent structural engineers Oversee the delivery of multi-disciplinary structural projects from concept through detailed design Collaborate with internal and external disciplines during tender and bid preparation Partner with Directors, Business Development, and Marketing teams to grow opportunities with new and existing clients Build and maintain key client relationships Drive the development of project proposals and tender submissions Manage the design process for industrial buildings, ensuring compliance with current codes and standards Meet clients to define scopes of work and develop tailored proposals Take responsibility for commercial management of deliverables Oversee programme, resourcing, and quality compliance Mentor and support the development of junior staff About you Proven experience in managing and delivering structural engineering projects Background in industrial environments such as oil & gas, petrochemical, energy, manufacturing, or defence (beneficial) Strong understanding of all stages of the design and construction process; familiarity with RIBA stages advantageous Commercial delivery experience, including management of third-party suppliers Broad knowledge of building-related disciplines (Architecture, Civil & Structural, Building Services, Planning, Fire Engineering, etc.) Working knowledge of CDM 2015 Regulations Confidence in client-facing roles, including project scoping and relationship management Line management experience preferred Full UK driving licence with flexibility to attend client sites as required Benefits: Health Cash Plan Hybrid & Flexible Working Competitive Salary & Annual Review Sponsored Company Social Events Salary sacrifice schemes, eg, EV, cycle to work, holiday purchase 33 days annual leave Income Protection Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies To Apply: Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Please summarise what you can bring to the role and your salary expectation. Only those invited to interview will receive a response Candidates with experience of:, Structural Engineering Manager, Associate Structural Engineer, Principal Structural Engineer, Structural Design Manager, Chartered Structural Engineer, MIStructE, MICE, Principal Engineer (Civil & Structural), Industrial Structural Engineer, Structural Project Manager, Lead Building Structures Engineer, RIBA Design Lead, CDM 2015 Specialist, Senior Structural Design Engineer, Infrastructure Associate, Industrial Building Design Lead may also be considered for this role.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Structural Team Lead Location: Hybrid, Central Belt preferred, but flexible Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full Time, Permanent About us: We are a team of enthusiastic and collaborative planners, designers, environmental consultants, engineers and health & safety professionals. Our client base includes public and private sectors. We have grown significantly over the last few years and now employ 200 individuals across the UK. Teamwork and a people-first culture are at the heart of everything we do and we wish to engage an enthusiastic professional to join our team. Please note that the company does not offer sponsorship and therefore candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for this role. Overview of the role: The Company is offering an exciting opportunity for a talented Structural Engineer to step into a leadership role and drive our continued growth across the UK. As Structural Team Lead, you will guide a highly skilled engineering team and deliver innovative projects in sectors such as Energy, Manufacturing, and Distilling. With offices nationwide, we embrace hybrid and remote working to support the diverse needs of our staff. We specialise in designing structures for high-hazard industrial environments, including blast resistance, toxic hazards, and thermal hazard requirements. This role requires a Design Leader / Project Manager with exceptional managerial ability, strong interpersonal skills, and a proven track record in delivering complex building projects. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of highly competent structural engineers Oversee the delivery of multi-disciplinary structural projects from concept through detailed design Collaborate with internal and external disciplines during tender and bid preparation Partner with Directors, Business Development, and Marketing teams to grow opportunities with new and existing clients Build and maintain key client relationships Drive the development of project proposals and tender submissions Manage the design process for industrial buildings, ensuring compliance with current codes and standards Meet clients to define scopes of work and develop tailored proposals Take responsibility for commercial management of deliverables Oversee programme, resourcing, and quality compliance Mentor and support the development of junior staff About you Proven experience in managing and delivering structural engineering projects Background in industrial environments such as oil & gas, petrochemical, energy, manufacturing, or defence (beneficial) Strong understanding of all stages of the design and construction process; familiarity with RIBA stages advantageous Commercial delivery experience, including management of third-party suppliers Broad knowledge of building-related disciplines (Architecture, Civil & Structural, Building Services, Planning, Fire Engineering, etc.) Working knowledge of CDM 2015 Regulations Confidence in client-facing roles, including project scoping and relationship management Line management experience preferred Full UK driving licence with flexibility to attend client sites as required Benefits: Health Cash Plan Hybrid & Flexible Working Competitive Salary & Annual Review Sponsored Company Social Events Salary sacrifice schemes, eg, EV, cycle to work, holiday purchase 33 days annual leave Income Protection Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies To Apply: Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Please summarise what you can bring to the role and your salary expectation. Only those invited to interview will receive a response Candidates with experience of:, Structural Engineering Manager, Associate Structural Engineer, Principal Structural Engineer, Structural Design Manager, Chartered Structural Engineer, MIStructE, MICE, Principal Engineer (Civil & Structural), Industrial Structural Engineer, Structural Project Manager, Lead Building Structures Engineer, RIBA Design Lead, CDM 2015 Specialist, Senior Structural Design Engineer, Infrastructure Associate, Industrial Building Design Lead may also be considered for this role.
Lead Building Regulation Principal Designer A Construction Consultancy, are seeking a Lead Building Regulation Principal Designer to manage their large scale Building Surveying, and Project Management led projects. You will work hybrid from their office and receive a clear bonus structure. They have excellent client relationships and generate their work from repeat business, their Building Regulation Principal Design pipeline has occurred naturally. They also have an in-office gym which their employees can use full-time, for free. The successful Building Regulation Principal Designer will manage their existing pipeline and engage with clients to grow this, as mentioned a bonus scheme will reward you heavily. The Role The successful Lead Building Regulation Principal Designer will be involved in ensuring Building Regulation compliance and guiding clients through the Gateway process. The Person The Building Regulation Principal Designer suitable for this role will have at least 8 years within an Architectural, Design or Building Control role. You will have an ARB, MCIAT, RIBA, MCABE or MCIOB membership. Registration as a Principal Designer with RIBA, CIAT or APS, will be advantageous. In Return? The salary is negotiable dependant on your ability and experience but as a guide: Up to 70,000 pa Car allowance Bonus Pension Season ticket loan Health care Gym membership Corporate incentive scheme There really is not a more exciting role for a Building Regulation Principal Designer in the Manchester market currently. If you are a Building Regulation Principal Designer and are considering your career options currently, please contact Bex Ellinger at Brandon James on (phone number removed) Principal Designer / Architect / Building Safety Act 2022 / RIBA / MCIAT / ARB / ACIAT / CIAT / Architectural Technologist / RIBA / BSA 2022 / Project Architect / Senior Architect / Architectural Associate / Building Regulation Principal Designer / BR PD / PD BR
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Lead Building Regulation Principal Designer A Construction Consultancy, are seeking a Lead Building Regulation Principal Designer to manage their large scale Building Surveying, and Project Management led projects. You will work hybrid from their office and receive a clear bonus structure. They have excellent client relationships and generate their work from repeat business, their Building Regulation Principal Design pipeline has occurred naturally. They also have an in-office gym which their employees can use full-time, for free. The successful Building Regulation Principal Designer will manage their existing pipeline and engage with clients to grow this, as mentioned a bonus scheme will reward you heavily. The Role The successful Lead Building Regulation Principal Designer will be involved in ensuring Building Regulation compliance and guiding clients through the Gateway process. The Person The Building Regulation Principal Designer suitable for this role will have at least 8 years within an Architectural, Design or Building Control role. You will have an ARB, MCIAT, RIBA, MCABE or MCIOB membership. Registration as a Principal Designer with RIBA, CIAT or APS, will be advantageous. In Return? The salary is negotiable dependant on your ability and experience but as a guide: Up to 70,000 pa Car allowance Bonus Pension Season ticket loan Health care Gym membership Corporate incentive scheme There really is not a more exciting role for a Building Regulation Principal Designer in the Manchester market currently. If you are a Building Regulation Principal Designer and are considering your career options currently, please contact Bex Ellinger at Brandon James on (phone number removed) Principal Designer / Architect / Building Safety Act 2022 / RIBA / MCIAT / ARB / ACIAT / CIAT / Architectural Technologist / RIBA / BSA 2022 / Project Architect / Senior Architect / Architectural Associate / Building Regulation Principal Designer / BR PD / PD BR
Design Manager Location: Hackney, London Project Type: High-Rise Residential (HRB) Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the technical and design coordination for a complex High-Risk Building (HRB) residential scheme in Hackney. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience delivering multi-storey residential developments and a strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act (BSA) , particularly its gateway process, duty holder roles, and safety case requirements. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in shaping a major London regeneration project, working closely with internal technical teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders to ensure fully compliant and high-quality design delivery. Key Responsibilities: Design Coordination & Management Lead the coordination, review, and approval of architectural, structural and MEP design packages for an HRB residential project. Manage design delivery across all RIBA stages, ensuring information is fully aligned with programme and sequencing requirements. Chair design team meetings, manage design actions, and maintain clear communication between consultants, subcontractors, and companies project teams. Coordinate design information to support quality benchmarks, buildability, logistics, and sequencing of high-rise construction. Building Safety Act & HRB Compliance Ensure all design information meets the requirements of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways 2 and 3, duty holder obligations, and the Golden Thread of information. Oversee the preparation and coordination of documents needed for the Safety Case, Fire & Emergency File, digital record management, and change control procedures. Liaise with Principal Designer (CDM and BR), Building Control, Fire Engineers, and Safety Consultants to ensure regulatory compliance at every stage. Monitor and manage design risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are documented and implemented as required for HRB standards. Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance Review and sign off all technical drawings, subcontractor designs, specifications, and calculations. Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, Approved Documents, warranty provider requirements, planning conditions, and internal design procedures. Support the development and maintenance of the Design Delivery Programme (DDP) in line with the overall project programme. Manage technical queries and RFIs from site, ensuring timely resolution. Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with internal teams (Construction, Commercial, Planning, and Quality) to ensure seamless project delivery. Liaise with local authorities, planners, utilities providers, and statutory bodies throughout the design process. Maintain strong working relationships with consultants, subcontractors, and client representatives, ensuring transparent and collaborative engagement. Project Delivery Support Provide design leadership during procurement, supporting subcontractor tender reviews, technical assessments, and contract scope preparation. Coordinate the release of construction information, ensuring the site team is working to the most current design packages. Support design responses for client meetings, progress reporting, and technical presentations. Experience & Skills Required Essential Proven experience working as a Design Manager (or Senior Design Coordinator ready to step up) for a main contractor or developer delivering HRB residential projects. Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways and the Golden Thread . Experience of coordinating multidisciplinary design teams on medium to high-rise residential schemes. Ability to interpret complex drawings and technical details across architecture, structures, MEP, and fire engineering. Excellent understanding of construction methodology, façade systems, fire compliance, and building regulations. Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills. Desirable Experience working on London based regeneration or mixed-use developments. Knowledge of digital information management systems (e.g., ACC, Asite, Viewpoint). Relevant professional membership (RIBA, CIAT, CIOB, or Similar).
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Design Manager Location: Hackney, London Project Type: High-Rise Residential (HRB) Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead the technical and design coordination for a complex High-Risk Building (HRB) residential scheme in Hackney. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience delivering multi-storey residential developments and a strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act (BSA) , particularly its gateway process, duty holder roles, and safety case requirements. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in shaping a major London regeneration project, working closely with internal technical teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders to ensure fully compliant and high-quality design delivery. Key Responsibilities: Design Coordination & Management Lead the coordination, review, and approval of architectural, structural and MEP design packages for an HRB residential project. Manage design delivery across all RIBA stages, ensuring information is fully aligned with programme and sequencing requirements. Chair design team meetings, manage design actions, and maintain clear communication between consultants, subcontractors, and companies project teams. Coordinate design information to support quality benchmarks, buildability, logistics, and sequencing of high-rise construction. Building Safety Act & HRB Compliance Ensure all design information meets the requirements of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways 2 and 3, duty holder obligations, and the Golden Thread of information. Oversee the preparation and coordination of documents needed for the Safety Case, Fire & Emergency File, digital record management, and change control procedures. Liaise with Principal Designer (CDM and BR), Building Control, Fire Engineers, and Safety Consultants to ensure regulatory compliance at every stage. Monitor and manage design risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are documented and implemented as required for HRB standards. Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance Review and sign off all technical drawings, subcontractor designs, specifications, and calculations. Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, Approved Documents, warranty provider requirements, planning conditions, and internal design procedures. Support the development and maintenance of the Design Delivery Programme (DDP) in line with the overall project programme. Manage technical queries and RFIs from site, ensuring timely resolution. Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with internal teams (Construction, Commercial, Planning, and Quality) to ensure seamless project delivery. Liaise with local authorities, planners, utilities providers, and statutory bodies throughout the design process. Maintain strong working relationships with consultants, subcontractors, and client representatives, ensuring transparent and collaborative engagement. Project Delivery Support Provide design leadership during procurement, supporting subcontractor tender reviews, technical assessments, and contract scope preparation. Coordinate the release of construction information, ensuring the site team is working to the most current design packages. Support design responses for client meetings, progress reporting, and technical presentations. Experience & Skills Required Essential Proven experience working as a Design Manager (or Senior Design Coordinator ready to step up) for a main contractor or developer delivering HRB residential projects. Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act , including Gateways and the Golden Thread . Experience of coordinating multidisciplinary design teams on medium to high-rise residential schemes. Ability to interpret complex drawings and technical details across architecture, structures, MEP, and fire engineering. Excellent understanding of construction methodology, façade systems, fire compliance, and building regulations. Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills. Desirable Experience working on London based regeneration or mixed-use developments. Knowledge of digital information management systems (e.g., ACC, Asite, Viewpoint). Relevant professional membership (RIBA, CIAT, CIOB, or Similar).
Building Regulations Principal Designer (BRPD) - Technical Lead Shape safer buildings. Influence better outcomes. Be the trusted regulatory authority. We're looking for a Building Regulations Principal Designer (BRPD) Technical Lead to play a pivotal role in ensuring buildings are designed and delivered in full compliance with the UK Building Regulations and the evolving building safety regime. This is a highly influential, project facing role where your technical authority, regulatory insight and leadership will directly shape how complex projects are designed, coordinated and assured - from the earliest design stages through to delivery. If you're a Building Control professional ready to apply your expertise at scale, this role will feel like a natural next step. What you'll be doing As the Designated Individual (DI) under the Building Regulations, you will: Lead and oversee compliance with Part 2A of the Building Regulations Put robust arrangements in place to ensure designs meet regulatory and building safety requirements Act as the technical authority for building regulations and higher risk building work Coordinate designers, dutyholders and stakeholders to promote collaboration and competence Identify, manage and reduce building safety risks throughout the design lifecycle Support the development and implementation of a strong Building Safety Management System Translate regulatory change into practical guidance for project teams Contribute to training, upskilling and shared learning across the business Build trusted relationships with regulators and industry stakeholders You'll work across a diverse portfolio of projects, with the opportunity to influence standards, behaviours and outcomes on a wide scale. Who this role is ideal for This role is particularly well suited to experienced Building Control professionals - including those from local authority or approved inspector backgrounds - who want to: Apply their regulatory knowledge in a strategic, design led role Influence compliance upstream rather than only at inspection stage Operate as a senior technical leader within complex, multi disciplinary environments Work closely with designers, engineers and delivery teams to embed compliance by design You may also come from an architectural, engineering or design compliance background, provided you bring strong regulatory expertise and leadership capability. What you'll bring Around 10 years' experience in design, construction or regulatory compliance Deep understanding of the UK Building Regulations and building safety requirements Proven ability to guide and influence multi disciplinary teams Confidence working with higher risk buildings and complex regulatory frameworks Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills A practical, solutions focused mindset with high technical credibility Qualifications Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or similar Chartered (or working towards) membership such as RIBA, CABE, RICS or equivalent Why join us You'll be part of an organisation that takes technical excellence and building safety seriously - investing in people, systems and innovation to deliver better outcomes for the built environment. In return, you'll gain: A genuinely influential role with real autonomy Exposure to complex, high profile projects A platform to shape best practice in building safety and regulation Long term career development within a values driven, technically led organisation Inclusive Hiring As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know if you would like to opt in to this scheme and let us know if you require any adjustments for the interview process.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Building Regulations Principal Designer (BRPD) - Technical Lead Shape safer buildings. Influence better outcomes. Be the trusted regulatory authority. We're looking for a Building Regulations Principal Designer (BRPD) Technical Lead to play a pivotal role in ensuring buildings are designed and delivered in full compliance with the UK Building Regulations and the evolving building safety regime. This is a highly influential, project facing role where your technical authority, regulatory insight and leadership will directly shape how complex projects are designed, coordinated and assured - from the earliest design stages through to delivery. If you're a Building Control professional ready to apply your expertise at scale, this role will feel like a natural next step. What you'll be doing As the Designated Individual (DI) under the Building Regulations, you will: Lead and oversee compliance with Part 2A of the Building Regulations Put robust arrangements in place to ensure designs meet regulatory and building safety requirements Act as the technical authority for building regulations and higher risk building work Coordinate designers, dutyholders and stakeholders to promote collaboration and competence Identify, manage and reduce building safety risks throughout the design lifecycle Support the development and implementation of a strong Building Safety Management System Translate regulatory change into practical guidance for project teams Contribute to training, upskilling and shared learning across the business Build trusted relationships with regulators and industry stakeholders You'll work across a diverse portfolio of projects, with the opportunity to influence standards, behaviours and outcomes on a wide scale. Who this role is ideal for This role is particularly well suited to experienced Building Control professionals - including those from local authority or approved inspector backgrounds - who want to: Apply their regulatory knowledge in a strategic, design led role Influence compliance upstream rather than only at inspection stage Operate as a senior technical leader within complex, multi disciplinary environments Work closely with designers, engineers and delivery teams to embed compliance by design You may also come from an architectural, engineering or design compliance background, provided you bring strong regulatory expertise and leadership capability. What you'll bring Around 10 years' experience in design, construction or regulatory compliance Deep understanding of the UK Building Regulations and building safety requirements Proven ability to guide and influence multi disciplinary teams Confidence working with higher risk buildings and complex regulatory frameworks Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills A practical, solutions focused mindset with high technical credibility Qualifications Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or similar Chartered (or working towards) membership such as RIBA, CABE, RICS or equivalent Why join us You'll be part of an organisation that takes technical excellence and building safety seriously - investing in people, systems and innovation to deliver better outcomes for the built environment. In return, you'll gain: A genuinely influential role with real autonomy Exposure to complex, high profile projects A platform to shape best practice in building safety and regulation Long term career development within a values driven, technically led organisation Inclusive Hiring As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know if you would like to opt in to this scheme and let us know if you require any adjustments for the interview process.
A forward-thinking CDM specialist consultancy is looking for a motivated CDM Principal Designer to join their social team in Bedford. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving consultancy focused exclusively on design risk and CDM compliance. The successful CDM Principal Designer will be offered excellent support as you look to grow your career. Despite having a thriving employee culture they offer both Hybrid and remote work. The CDM Principal Designer's role The CDM Principal Designer will work closely with clients and design teams to ensure risk is effectively managed from concept design through to handover. You'll provide expert advice, prepare CDM documentation, and take the lead on multiple medium to large scale projects. The CDM Principal Designer NEBOSH Construction Certificate (required) Tech IOSH (minimum) APS membership (preferred) Design degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Surveying (preferred) 3 years' minimum experience delivering PD duties Excellent working knowledge of CDM regulations and design risk Strong interpersonal and communication skills In Return? Salary: 45,000 - 52,000 Performance bonus Car Allowance Annual travel allowance Annual leave + Bank Holidays + Christmas Employer pension contribution Career development pathways Laptop and phone Contact George Cassidy: Phone: (phone number removed) (phone number removed) CDM / Principal Designer / Construction / NEBOSH / IOSH / Tech IOSH / Health and Safety / Building Control / CertIOSH / GradIOSH / CMIOSH / APS / IMaPS / AaPS / CMaPS / CDM Consultant / CDM Advisor / H&S / Design Safety
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
A forward-thinking CDM specialist consultancy is looking for a motivated CDM Principal Designer to join their social team in Bedford. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving consultancy focused exclusively on design risk and CDM compliance. The successful CDM Principal Designer will be offered excellent support as you look to grow your career. Despite having a thriving employee culture they offer both Hybrid and remote work. The CDM Principal Designer's role The CDM Principal Designer will work closely with clients and design teams to ensure risk is effectively managed from concept design through to handover. You'll provide expert advice, prepare CDM documentation, and take the lead on multiple medium to large scale projects. The CDM Principal Designer NEBOSH Construction Certificate (required) Tech IOSH (minimum) APS membership (preferred) Design degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Surveying (preferred) 3 years' minimum experience delivering PD duties Excellent working knowledge of CDM regulations and design risk Strong interpersonal and communication skills In Return? Salary: 45,000 - 52,000 Performance bonus Car Allowance Annual travel allowance Annual leave + Bank Holidays + Christmas Employer pension contribution Career development pathways Laptop and phone Contact George Cassidy: Phone: (phone number removed) (phone number removed) CDM / Principal Designer / Construction / NEBOSH / IOSH / Tech IOSH / Health and Safety / Building Control / CertIOSH / GradIOSH / CMIOSH / APS / IMaPS / AaPS / CMaPS / CDM Consultant / CDM Advisor / H&S / Design Safety
A fast-growing Construction Compliance consultancy are seeking a Building Safety Consultant to aid their clients with Building Regulation and BSA Advisory. You will be encouraged to maintain your RBI status, with the annual subscription paid for. The team consists of a Class 4G/H and other very experienced professionals, which enables a very collaborative environment. If you're a Building Control Surveyor looking to move from statutory compliance and manage clients through the Gateway process, and enjoy the flexibility that comes with this job role, then you will thoroughly enjoy this role. This is a fully remote role. Building Control Consultant Following the Building Safety Act (2022) the Building Regulation Principal Designer (BR PD) role involves Design Coordination in relation to the Building Regulations. You will liaise with your team to utilise Design Compliance trackers and provide design advice relevant to this. Building Control Consultant Requirements Class 2A RBI as a minimum (required) Experience of working on HRB projects (required) Full Chartered Membership of CABE - MCABE (preferred) Experience working as a Building Regulation Consultant / Building Regulation Principal Designer (preferred) What will you get in return? Up to £70,000 Bonus Car Allowance Expenses Annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas Pension Season ticket loan Healthcare Flexible working Company Phone & Laptop Strong career progression Fun office socials If you are a CDM Consultant or Principal Designer and considering your career opportunities, then please contact George Cassidy at Brandon James. Principal Designer / Architect / Building Safety Act 2022 / RIBA / MCIAT / ARB / ACIAT / CIAT / Architectural Technologist / RIBA / BSA 2022 / Project Architect / Senior Architect / Architectural Associate / Building Regulation Principal Designer / BR PD / PD BR
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
A fast-growing Construction Compliance consultancy are seeking a Building Safety Consultant to aid their clients with Building Regulation and BSA Advisory. You will be encouraged to maintain your RBI status, with the annual subscription paid for. The team consists of a Class 4G/H and other very experienced professionals, which enables a very collaborative environment. If you're a Building Control Surveyor looking to move from statutory compliance and manage clients through the Gateway process, and enjoy the flexibility that comes with this job role, then you will thoroughly enjoy this role. This is a fully remote role. Building Control Consultant Following the Building Safety Act (2022) the Building Regulation Principal Designer (BR PD) role involves Design Coordination in relation to the Building Regulations. You will liaise with your team to utilise Design Compliance trackers and provide design advice relevant to this. Building Control Consultant Requirements Class 2A RBI as a minimum (required) Experience of working on HRB projects (required) Full Chartered Membership of CABE - MCABE (preferred) Experience working as a Building Regulation Consultant / Building Regulation Principal Designer (preferred) What will you get in return? Up to £70,000 Bonus Car Allowance Expenses Annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas Pension Season ticket loan Healthcare Flexible working Company Phone & Laptop Strong career progression Fun office socials If you are a CDM Consultant or Principal Designer and considering your career opportunities, then please contact George Cassidy at Brandon James. Principal Designer / Architect / Building Safety Act 2022 / RIBA / MCIAT / ARB / ACIAT / CIAT / Architectural Technologist / RIBA / BSA 2022 / Project Architect / Senior Architect / Architectural Associate / Building Regulation Principal Designer / BR PD / PD BR
A Construction Design Risk specialist consultancy are looking for a motivated CDM Principal Designer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a CDM Consultant to join a team Design Risk specialists and influence design risk management across varied and complex schemes. The successful CDM Consultant will enjoy a dynamic role, providing expert CDM and Principal Designer services from concept to handover. They enjoy providing a flexible working environment, where they offer trust to work independently, despite offering great collaboration when needed. The CDM Consultant's Role The CDM Consultant will be responsible for managing multiple projects across the South East, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 regulations. This will involve design risk assessments, client and contractor engagement, and reviewing pre-construction information and design team documentation. The CDM Consultant Minimum 3 years' experience in a CDM Consultant or Principal Designer role (required) NEBOSH Construction Certificate (required) Tech IOSH (required) APS Membership (preferred) Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Surveying (preferred) Ability to work independently and collaboratively with clients and internal teams In Return? Salary: £45,000 - £52,000 Performance-based bonus Car Allowance Travel expenses covered Annual leave + Bank Holidays + Christmas closure Career advancement within a specialist team Company pension scheme Full healthcare package Gym membership and wellbeing perks Mobile phone and laptop provided If you are a CDM Consultant ready to take on a new challenge, contact George Cassidy at Brandon James to learn more about this opportunity or explore similar roles. Contact George Cassidy:Phone: CDM / Principal Designer / Construction / NEBOSH / IOSH / Tech IOSH / Health and Safety / Building Control / CertIOSH / GradIOSH / CMIOSH / APS / IMaPS / AaPS / CMaPS / CDM Consultant / CDM Advisor / H&S / Design Safety
Sep 27, 2025
Full time
A Construction Design Risk specialist consultancy are looking for a motivated CDM Principal Designer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a CDM Consultant to join a team Design Risk specialists and influence design risk management across varied and complex schemes. The successful CDM Consultant will enjoy a dynamic role, providing expert CDM and Principal Designer services from concept to handover. They enjoy providing a flexible working environment, where they offer trust to work independently, despite offering great collaboration when needed. The CDM Consultant's Role The CDM Consultant will be responsible for managing multiple projects across the South East, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 regulations. This will involve design risk assessments, client and contractor engagement, and reviewing pre-construction information and design team documentation. The CDM Consultant Minimum 3 years' experience in a CDM Consultant or Principal Designer role (required) NEBOSH Construction Certificate (required) Tech IOSH (required) APS Membership (preferred) Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Surveying (preferred) Ability to work independently and collaboratively with clients and internal teams In Return? Salary: £45,000 - £52,000 Performance-based bonus Car Allowance Travel expenses covered Annual leave + Bank Holidays + Christmas closure Career advancement within a specialist team Company pension scheme Full healthcare package Gym membership and wellbeing perks Mobile phone and laptop provided If you are a CDM Consultant ready to take on a new challenge, contact George Cassidy at Brandon James to learn more about this opportunity or explore similar roles. Contact George Cassidy:Phone: CDM / Principal Designer / Construction / NEBOSH / IOSH / Tech IOSH / Health and Safety / Building Control / CertIOSH / GradIOSH / CMIOSH / APS / IMaPS / AaPS / CMaPS / CDM Consultant / CDM Advisor / H&S / Design Safety
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Region: Vistry Thames Valley Department: Technical Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Reading, Berkshire Date Posted: 18.09.2025 We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Manager to join our team within Vistry Thames Valley, at our Reading office. As our Technical Manager, you will take the lead on project managing the technical matters relating to projects within the region. You will demonstrate a pro-active approach to design development, working within a team environment from the project's inception through to its completion. You will be tasked with the control of the complete design process involving the management of consultants, liaison with the relevant statutory and local authorities and other internal and external stakeholders as necessary. To ensure the designs complies to all necessary legislation, associated standards and Vistry Group specification, policy, and procedures. Your role requires an excellent base level of Health & Safety, Environmental and Technical knowledge, including a good working knowledge of the Highways & Drainage, Building Regulations, NHBC Standards, Planning, and Affordable Housing. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Full Current UK Driving License or equivalent Experience working within a technical role at a residential house builder or contractor Good level of IT literacy with experience of AutoCAD, Outlook, Excel & Word Proven ability in a Technical Coordinator/Manager role of delivering design for projects on time, to budget and quality standards with high customer satisfaction results Excellent organisation and time management with ability to multitask Commercially aware Ability to make decisions within authority Able to work as a team member Experienced in analysing problems and delivering solutions Strong mathematical ability Be able to design and interpret the designs and technical demands of others Professional aptitude and appearance at all times Strives for continuous improvement for the benefit of the company Driven to achieve customer satisfaction Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Be able to work effectively in a team Good level of communication skills, with the necessity to liaise with internal staff and external bodies Be practical and methodical with good analytical skills Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable BTEC HND/HNC, Degree or similar in Design, Construction or Civil Engineering Member of a professional body such as: ICE, CIAT, CIOB Principal Designer and associated Health and Safety training/ qualifications Use of Viewpoint drawing management system Proficient use of Auto Cad Management of technical fees and services cost to complete More about the Technical Manager role Comply with the company Life of Site processes.Undertake key aspects of the Principal Designer role as defined within the Construction Design & Management Regulation 2015.Completion of all necessary Health, Safety & Environmental documents, in line with group policy.Manage the delivery of surveys & reports required for the development and manage associated requirements from design to completion.Manage the process of obtaining consultant fee proposals and formal appointment documents in accordance with group procedures.Manage consultants to deliver the civil engineering designs including legal plans.Undertaking value engineering assessments and ensure buildability.Manage submission of designs and securing technical approvals for agreements such as S104, S38 and S278.Following technical approval being granted, managing timely completion of legal agreements.Manage utility designs and initial mains laying onto site, ensuring legal agreements completed in timely manner.Manage street naming with local authority, complete plot list and distribute internally and externally of the business.Assist in production of Sales brochure, legal and sales handover meetings.Provide information for Housing Association contracts and attendance of progress meetings,Manage consultants to deliver the house type working drawing packs and liaise with key suppliers to provide ancillary drawing information for tender, construction and sales packs.Prepare all drawings and documents for engineering and superstructure elements for tender, followed by the construction issue and sales handover.Manage the accuracy of information supplied by all departments to ensure no discrepancies.Submission of all information to building control and warranty providers and obtaining approval of same, obtaining SAP/HEM Assessments together with PEA' and EPC's, etc.Obtaining and collating all ancillary specialist drawings including hot water supply, heating, kitchen, stair, lintels, p.c. ground floors, and precast upper floors.Attending and chairing Pre-Start Meetings and briefing all departments on matters related to the engineering and working drawings.Manage information and liaise with architects, civil and structural engineers and landscape architects, ensuring consistency between various designs.Assis
Sep 18, 2025
Full time
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Region: Vistry Thames Valley Department: Technical Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Reading, Berkshire Date Posted: 18.09.2025 We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Manager to join our team within Vistry Thames Valley, at our Reading office. As our Technical Manager, you will take the lead on project managing the technical matters relating to projects within the region. You will demonstrate a pro-active approach to design development, working within a team environment from the project's inception through to its completion. You will be tasked with the control of the complete design process involving the management of consultants, liaison with the relevant statutory and local authorities and other internal and external stakeholders as necessary. To ensure the designs complies to all necessary legislation, associated standards and Vistry Group specification, policy, and procedures. Your role requires an excellent base level of Health & Safety, Environmental and Technical knowledge, including a good working knowledge of the Highways & Drainage, Building Regulations, NHBC Standards, Planning, and Affordable Housing. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Full Current UK Driving License or equivalent Experience working within a technical role at a residential house builder or contractor Good level of IT literacy with experience of AutoCAD, Outlook, Excel & Word Proven ability in a Technical Coordinator/Manager role of delivering design for projects on time, to budget and quality standards with high customer satisfaction results Excellent organisation and time management with ability to multitask Commercially aware Ability to make decisions within authority Able to work as a team member Experienced in analysing problems and delivering solutions Strong mathematical ability Be able to design and interpret the designs and technical demands of others Professional aptitude and appearance at all times Strives for continuous improvement for the benefit of the company Driven to achieve customer satisfaction Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Be able to work effectively in a team Good level of communication skills, with the necessity to liaise with internal staff and external bodies Be practical and methodical with good analytical skills Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable BTEC HND/HNC, Degree or similar in Design, Construction or Civil Engineering Member of a professional body such as: ICE, CIAT, CIOB Principal Designer and associated Health and Safety training/ qualifications Use of Viewpoint drawing management system Proficient use of Auto Cad Management of technical fees and services cost to complete More about the Technical Manager role Comply with the company Life of Site processes.Undertake key aspects of the Principal Designer role as defined within the Construction Design & Management Regulation 2015.Completion of all necessary Health, Safety & Environmental documents, in line with group policy.Manage the delivery of surveys & reports required for the development and manage associated requirements from design to completion.Manage the process of obtaining consultant fee proposals and formal appointment documents in accordance with group procedures.Manage consultants to deliver the civil engineering designs including legal plans.Undertaking value engineering assessments and ensure buildability.Manage submission of designs and securing technical approvals for agreements such as S104, S38 and S278.Following technical approval being granted, managing timely completion of legal agreements.Manage utility designs and initial mains laying onto site, ensuring legal agreements completed in timely manner.Manage street naming with local authority, complete plot list and distribute internally and externally of the business.Assist in production of Sales brochure, legal and sales handover meetings.Provide information for Housing Association contracts and attendance of progress meetings,Manage consultants to deliver the house type working drawing packs and liaise with key suppliers to provide ancillary drawing information for tender, construction and sales packs.Prepare all drawings and documents for engineering and superstructure elements for tender, followed by the construction issue and sales handover.Manage the accuracy of information supplied by all departments to ensure no discrepancies.Submission of all information to building control and warranty providers and obtaining approval of same, obtaining SAP/HEM Assessments together with PEA' and EPC's, etc.Obtaining and collating all ancillary specialist drawings including hot water supply, heating, kitchen, stair, lintels, p.c. ground floors, and precast upper floors.Attending and chairing Pre-Start Meetings and briefing all departments on matters related to the engineering and working drawings.Manage information and liaise with architects, civil and structural engineers and landscape architects, ensuring consistency between various designs.Assis
