36 Property jobs in Bromborough, Wirral

We are expanding our Construction Health and Safety Team into a Compliance Team which is to include a Building Regulations Principal Designer. The role has been created following the recent changes in the construction industry related to the Building Safety Act. We work across the UK with a wide range of both new and longstanding Clients within businesses and in sectors as diverse as residential, commercial, retail, office, manufacturing, healthcare, leisure, hotel, sport, science, industry, energy, and education. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a highly successful consultancy which is going through an exciting period of growth. As a Building Regulations Principal Designer, you will be a key member of a close-knit team, albeit within a multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy with whom you will be expected to collaborate. Your knowledge and skills will contribute to the growth and success of this developing and growing team as we work together to deliver robust solutions to meet our clients' aims, objectives and aspirations within the parameters of the Building Safety Act and the current Building Regulations. What you need to do to be effective in this role A Construction Building Regulations Professional who is competent to work both independently and as part of a team on small-medium to large sized projects, typically throughout the Midlands and the North, however projects can be in any location in the UK so a willingness to travel is also required. You will be required to work on a wide variety of projects such as new build housing including high-rise, healthcare, educational, industrial, infrastructure and specialist projects which trigger the requirements for the role of a Building Regulations Principal Designer. The role will include:

• Offer advice around the Building Safety Act and Building Regulations.
• Undertake plan checks and review designs to establish compliance for submission for Building Regulation approval.
• Attend client and design team meetings to give professional advice regarding building regulations.
• Provide technical advice to clients, contractors, developers, colleagues and key stakeholders.
• Ensure project design is completed in line with current building regulations and legislation.
• Inspect properties and buildings at key stages of the design process.
• Ensure output from projects is of a high standard.
• Be aware of repeat and new business opportunities and to escalate these to senior management.
• Awareness of the value of, and starting to grow, a network of contacts is also important.
• High technical and commercial standards must be established and maintained as quality of work and 'added value' for our clients are priorities.
  
  Communication skills (verbal and written) requirements:
• Written communication involves End of Design Stage Reports, Building Regulations Trackers
• Verbal communication involves attendance at meetings and client facing discussions.
• Computer literate
• Under supervision the role includes the ability to contribute to and develop bid submissions and fee proposals.
• Being aware of new work opportunities and potential new clients, as well as maintenance of existing clients.
• You will need to work closely with all members of the firm who could be either clients or collaborators.
The skills and experience you need to have for this role
• Ideally educated to degree level in a construction related field with a preference for a design related degree or - alternatively: significant relevant, associated, and equivalent practical experience
• Experience of working on multiple projects
• An understanding and experience of the design and construction process together with experience of inspecting buildings and properties
• Excellent knowledge of the Building Regulations, codes and any other associated legislation
• Excellent Client facing skills.
• Membership to RICS, CABE or CIOB
• A current record of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Ability to use SharePoint and other technology/programs.
  
  Ridge is a Built Environment Consultancy. We provide our clients with access to a wide range of integrated expertise and professional disciplines to help them transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment.
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