Consultant - BSA

Our Opportunity

Are you a Construction Professional within the industry who has a design background, with a passion for building safety and a desire to make a difference?

• Do you have experience as a Principal Designer with a clear understanding of Building Regulations?
• Do you see yourself thriving in a collaborative team that fosters creativity and innovation?
• Are you career motivated with a passion and desire to make a difference?
• Do you want to be involved in an exciting range of projects across multiple different sectors?
• Professionalism, Compassion, Drive and Positivity?

If you answered yes to the above questions, we want to hear from you!

At Pick Everard, we are more than just a team; we embody a culture of innovation, creativity, and support. We are at the forefront of implementing the Building Safety Act, and we want you to be part of this initiative.

The Building Regulations Act 2022 is a crucial piece of legislation in the UK aimed at enhancing building safety standards and establishing a more robust regulatory framework for the construction and management of buildings. At Pick Everard, we take pride in leading this forward and fully understand its significant impact and importance.

Within this role, you oversee and facilitate adherence to building regulations, manage design safety, coordinate design risks, and lead the design team. You will also ensure compliance with relevant legislation and codes of practice, contributing to safer construction practices and a more secure built environment. Our clients span various sectors, including heritage, commercial, education, retail, local authorities, and central government, offering you a diverse range of projects.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Deliver BSA and Principal Designer duties across a portfolio of medium‑complexity projects, ensuring work meets quality, compliance, and regulatory standards.
• Manage project scopes, deliverables, and documentation within agreed fee, programme, and resource parameters.
• Coordinate design‑risk reviews and support the preparation, maintenance, and issue of Pre‑Construction Information (PCI) and Health and Safety Files.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, designers, and contractors, escalating issues promptly when required.
• Seek guidance from Senior Consultants on complex tasks and develop competence through shadowing, feedback, and active learning.
• Maintain accurate time records, support forecasting for hours and resource planning, and contribute to invoicing accuracy for assigned projects.
• Contribute to improvements in templates, registers, processes, and working methods to enhance efficiency and consistency across the team.
• Support the preparation of fee proposals and bids by providing technical input under the guidance of Senior or Principal Consultants.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks, proactively managing progress, risks, and priorities.
• Engage positively with colleagues and contribute to a collaborative, supportive, and healthy team culture.

If you are seeking a change, eager to expand your knowledge, and want to make a significant impacting the built environment, we would love to hear from you.

Find out what it is like to work at Pick Everard here:

Life at Pick Everard – Pick Everard

In order to be considered for this role, you must:

• Proven experience in either construction, design or building control, showcasing a solid understanding of the intricacies involved in these areas.
• Have a good understanding of Building Regulations, allowing for informed decision‑making in compliance with legal standards.
• Demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm for innovation and collaboration, coupled with a drive towards achieving excellence in building safety practices.

In order to stand out from the crowd, it is desirable for you:

• Demonstrate strong teamwork capabilities, complemented by a proactive mindset that fosters a commitment to excellence in all deliverables.
• Show dedication to providing a superior client experience, ensuring that all interactions reflect professionalism and respect for client needs.
• Hold a professional accreditation such as RIBA, ARB, MCIAT, Cabe, MCIOB, CIBSE, ICE, IStrUce etc.
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