Principal Designer

Principal Designer - BDPR

Progression from Associate / Senior Architect

London / Oxford - Hybrid

Up to £65,000 + + bonus structure + progression opportunity to partner / directorship level + hybrid working 2-3 days + funding

Are you an Associate or Senior Architect ready to step into a leadership role with a focus on building safety and compliance.

This is an opportunity to work for an established multidisciplinary service offering services to sectors across the commercial office, industrial, education space being some of the few.

Working with a business of 40 industry leading professionals, this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious architect with building regulations expertise looking to step into a Principal Designer-focused role, offering full project autonomy and a clear route to partnership or directorship within the business.

You’ll be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance across a wide range of projects, acting as a key figure in the design and construction phases. You’ll collaborate closely with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, safe, and sustainable building solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Leading the Principal Designer function, providing expert guidance on design safety, CDM regulations, and risk management.
• Working closely with project teams to identify and mitigate design risks at the earliest stages.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for all building safety matters, ensuring compliance with the latest regulations.
• Providing strategic input into project planning and execution.
• Supporting business development initiatives by leveraging your BDPR expertise to build strong client relationships.

The Person:

• Experience as a Principal Designer or Associate Architect, with commercial experience
• Knowledge of the Building Design Professional Registration (BDPR) framework and building safety regulations.
• Professional qualifications (e.g., RIBA, ARB, or similar)