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Principal Designer

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Brandon James

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Location:
United Kingdom, Manchester

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Category:
Construction

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Contract Type:
Not provided

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Salary:

50000.00 - 70000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Building Regulations Consultant role working with a multi-disciplinary Construction Consultancy on complex, high-profile schemes across commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments. Shape the future of safer, smarter building design in Manchester.

Job Responsibility:

  • Reviewing designs and documentation for Building Regulations compliance
  • Advising on the implications of the Building Safety Act
  • Supporting Principal Designers and project teams through Gateway submissions
  • Liaising with local authorities, fire safety officers, and clients
  • Helping shape best practice within the consultancy's compliance team

Requirements:

  • Strong knowledge of Building Regulations and compliance processes
  • Experience working within a consultancy or Building Control setting
  • NEBOSH Construction or equivalent qualification (advantageous)
  • Confident advising clients and coordinating across design teams

Nice to have:

NEBOSH Construction or equivalent qualification

What we offer:
  • Bonus scheme
  • Car allowance
  • Hybrid working
  • Full autonomy over your schedule
  • Fast-track progression to Senior Consultant or Associate level

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
October 30, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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