Building Regulations Principal Designer

Job Description:

Conrad Consulting are delighted to be working with a leading UK architectural and masterplanning practice, seeking an experienced Building Regulations Principal Designer to take a senior, practice‑wide role supporting design compliance across multiple sectors. This position will be based in the Leicester studio, with regular travel expected across all offices.

The practice delivers major projects nationwide across residential, industrial & logistics, commercial, healthcare, education and mixed‑use development. This role offers the opportunity to shape and lead Building Regulations compliance across a diverse portfolio.

The Role

The Building Regulations Principal Designer will act as the service lead for Building Regulations compliance, overseeing design‑related duties under the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulations. The role focuses on non‑higher‑risk buildings (non-HRB) and involves close collaboration with architects, technologists, engineers, clients and regulators.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading Building Regulations Principal Designer (BRPD) workstreams across all studios and sectors.

• Managing and supporting individuals currently delivering BRPD duties.

• Providing training and guidance to architectural teams on Building Regulations, compliance processes and regulatory changes.

• Owning and maintaining the practice’s standard documentation for BRPD delivery.

• Planning, managing and monitoring design work to ensure compliance with functional requirements throughout design and construction.

• Acting as Principal Designer under Part 2A of the Building Regulations for non‑HRB projects.

• Coordinating design decisions across disciplines, with particular focus on fire and structural safety.

• Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical information to identify compliance risks and recommend corrective actions.

• Liaising with clients, consultants, contractors and the Building Safety Regulator.

• Leading the development and maintenance of the Golden Thread of information.

• Advising clients on their duties and supporting the transition from design to construction.

• Supporting future readiness for Higher‑Risk Buildings and Gateway processes.

• Managing BRPD budgets, fees and resource planning.

• Maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of legislation, standards and best practice.

Skills & Competencies

Success in this role requires a deep understanding of UK Building Regulations, strong leadership capability and the ability to coordinate complex design information across multiple disciplines and offices.

You will bring the Skills, Knowledge, Experience and Behaviours required to:

• Lead organisational compliance across multiple studios.

• Train and mentor others delivering BRPD duties.

• Strengthen technical understanding of Building Regulations across architectural teams.

• Influence design outcomes and ensure robust, compliant solutions.

Qualifications & Experience

• A recognised qualification in architecture, engineering, building surveying or a related discipline (ARB, RIBA, MCIAT, CIOB or equivalent).

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in design coordination, Building Control or regulatory compliance.

• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, the Building Safety Act 2022 and Gateway requirements.

• Proven ability to manage and coordinate teams across multiple offices.

• Experience working on complex or large‑scale building projects.

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

• Strong understanding of design coordination, risk management and regulatory frameworks.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.

• Detail‑focused with strong organisational and record‑keeping abilities, including digital systems for the Golden Thread.

• Confident, proactive and able to work independently.

• Strong written and presentation skills for reporting and advising.

• Ability to make informed decisions and drive compliance‑focused outcomes.

Benefits

• Salary in the region of £50,000-£65,000

• 35 days annual leave (including pre‑allocated days).

• Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home).

• Regular performance reviews and monthly 1:1s.

• Pension scheme.

• Cloud‑based operating system.

• Death in Service and Permanent Health Care insurance.

• Mobile phone and private medical cover.

How To Apply

To apply, please forward your up to date CV through to Ashley Johnson at Conrad Consulting. Alternatively, contact Ashley on (phone number removed) to discuss in further detail.