Director of Building Risk & Compliance
Director of Building Risk & Compliance required to join a leading consultancy operating within the built environment sector.
This hybrid, senior leadership role will provide strategic and technical oversight across major, complex and high–risk construction projects, acting as Principal Designer Advisor in accordance with the Building Safety Act and associated regulations.
The successful candidate will lead project compliance, design risk management and regulatory coordination activities, ensuring health, safety, building regulation and compliance risks are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with clients, designers, contractors, regulators and technical specialists, you will play a key role in delivering service excellence, maintaining technical standards and supporting business growth.
Key Responsibilities of a Director of Building Risk & Compliance
Principal Designer Leadership & Regulatory Compliance
Act as Principal Designer or Principal Designer Advisor on complex and higher–risk building projects.
Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act, Building Regulations, CDM Regulations and associated legislation.
Lead the planning, management and coordination of design risk management activities.
Ensure effective communication of design risks and compliance requirements between project stakeholders.
Support clients in understanding and fulfilling their statutory responsibilities.
Project Delivery
Provide senior–level technical leadership across multiple projects.
Ensure delivery to the highest professional, quality and compliance standards.
Support project governance, risk management and programme delivery.
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including building control, fire, structural and compliance specialists.
Promote pragmatic and proportionate approaches to risk management.
Client Relationship Management & Business Development
Act as a trusted advisor on design safety, regulatory compliance and risk management.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
Support bid submissions, fee proposals and technical submissions.
Represent the business at client meetings, industry forums and regulatory discussions.
Service Development & Innovation
Lead the development and enhancement of specialist compliance and advisory services.
Monitor market trends and legislative developments.
Support service innovation, delivery improvements and strategic growth initiatives.
Collaborate with technical and operational teams to optimise service delivery.
Leadership, Mentoring & Technical Governance
Lead, mentor and develop technical teams and future talent.
Deliver training, competency development and succession planning initiatives.
Conduct performance reviews and support professional development.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and technical excellence.
Develop and maintain technical guidance, standards and best practice procedures.
Quality, Compliance & Safety
Ensure the highest standards of quality assurance and technical governance.
Maintain awareness of legislative and regulatory developments.
Lead technical audits, peer reviews and compliance assessments.
Champion a positive health, safety and environmental culture throughout the organisation.
Candidate Requirements of a Director of Building Risk & Compliance
Qualifications
Holding or working towards Chartered membership of a recognised professional body such as RICS, CABE or equivalent.
Relevant technical, building safety or compliance qualifications.
Experience
Significant experience within building regulations, building control, design risk management, compliance consultancy or a related discipline.
Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act and Building Regulations.
Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.
Demonstrable leadership experience within a technical or consultancy environment.
Skills & Competencies
Expert understanding of regulatory compliance.
Strong leadership, coaching and stakeholder management abilities.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Commercial awareness and experience supporting business development activities.
Strong technical judgement and problem–solving capability.
Ability to influence clients, regulators and senior project stakeholders.
What's on Offer
Competitive Salary
Car Allowance
Hybrid Working
Pension Scheme
Private Healthcare Options
Professional Membership Support
Structured Career Development
Enhanced Holiday Entitlement
Life Assurance
Flexible Benefits Package
This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly experienced Building Risk & Compliance professional seeking a senior leadership position within a growing and respected organisation operating at the forefront of building safety and regulatory compliance.
£70k - £80k per annum
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