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Lead Building Regulations Principal Designer

Job in Leeds, West Yorkshire, ME17, England, UK
Listing for: Brandon James
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-12
Job specializations:
  • Design & Architecture
    Architect / Sr. Architect, Environmental & Urban Planning, Engineering Design & Technologists, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 75000 GBP Yearly GBP 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Lead Building Regulations Principal Designer

A leading architectural practice in Leeds is seeking a Lead Building Regulations Principal Designer to develop and grow its BRPD service offering.

This is a standout opportunity for an experienced BRPD to take ownership of an emerging service line within an established architectural environment, combining complex project delivery with technical leadership and business development.

The successful Principal Designer will work closely with Architects and Architectural Technologists across a strong pipeline of residential, healthcare and Higher-Risk Building projects.

The Lead BRPD Role

The Lead Building Regulations Principal Designer will take technical responsibility for BRPD services, leading projects through the Building Regulations and Building Safety Act compliance process.

A major focus will be Higher-Risk Buildings, including compliance reviews, Gateway submissions, design change control and engagement with the Building Safety Regulator.

Alongside project delivery, you will develop internal procedures, provide technical guidance and training, support fee proposals and help establish and grow the BRPD offering.

The Lead Building Regulations Principal Designer

Strong BRPD or Building Control experience
Proven experience working on Higher-Risk Buildings
Excellent Building Regulations and Building Safety Act knowledge

Experience with Gateway submissions and the BSR
RICS, CABE, RIBA, ARB or CIAT background advantageous
Confident leading clients and multidisciplinary design teams
Commercial mindset with an interest in growing a service line

In Return?

£65,000 - £75,000
Flexible / hybrid working
Profit share
Healthcare policy
Pension contribution
Structured CPD and training
Professional development and mentoring
Excellent HRB project exposure
Opportunity to lead and build the BRPD service
Clear long-term progression

If you are a Building Regulations Principal Designer considering your career options, please contact Bex Ellinger at Brandon James on (phone number removed).

Building Regulations Principal Designer / BRPD / Principal Designer / Building Safety Act / Higher Risk Buildings / HRB / Gateway 2 / Building Safety Regulator / Architecture / Building Control / RICS / CABE / RIBA / ARB / CIAT / Leeds
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