Senior Building Safety Consultant

AtkinsRéalis

. Advise and assist clients and in-house teams with responsibilities under the Building Regulations 2010 (as amended) and Building Safety Act 2022 .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeBristol • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Building Regulations compliance, including the Building Regulations 2010 and Building Safety Act 2022, while effectively advising clients and managing a diverse portfolio of projects. Proficient in conducting audits, site inspections, and delivering training, with a strong focus on stakeholder communication and solution-oriented outcomes.

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Building Regulations ComplianceBuilding Safety ConsultancyStakeholder CommunicationProject ManagementCABE/CIOB/RICS Accreditation

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Hard Skills

Building Regulations KnowledgeCompliance AuditsSite InspectionsGap Evaluation ReviewsQuality Assurance PrinciplesDesign and Construction UnderstandingBuilding Regulation Submission ReviewTraining DeliveryIntegrated Management SystemsTechnical Requirements Interpretation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProactive AttitudeCommunication SkillsStakeholder EngagementWillingness to Seek Guidance

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeSoftware Packages

Certifications & Qualifications

CABE AccreditationCIOB AccreditationRICS AccreditationClass 2/3 Registered Building Inspector (Competence)

Industry Keywords

Building Safety Act 2022Building Regulations 2010Compliance ProfessionalConstruction and DesignPAS45001Building ControlLegislationBest PracticeService DeliverablesHigh-Profile Clients

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise and assist clients and in-house teams with responsibilities under the Building Regulations 2010 (as amended) and Building Safety Act 2022
Deliver the Building Regulations Principal Designer function for clients
Work with designers to review building regulations compliance in designs
Help develop practical solutions aligned with legislation and best practice
Undertake Building Safety Consultancy duties in line with agreed service deliverables
Conduct building regulation compliance audits and site inspections
Review building regulation submission packages
Undertake gap evaluation reviews and plan appraisals to identify missing information required for building regulation approval
Potentially deliver building regulation compliance training internally and externally
Learn and apply quality assurance principles
Keep up to date with relevant legislative and best-practice changes
Work across a varied portfolio of projects and provide solution-focused outcomes for high-profile clients

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experienced Building Safety/Building Control/compliance professional
Strong background interpreting and applying the Building Regulations and associated secondary legislation
Good understanding of the technical and functional requirements of the Building Regulations 2010
Sound technical Building Regulations knowledge
Understanding of design and construction
Excellent stakeholder-facing and communication skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Proactive attitude and willingness to seek guidance from senior colleagues
Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other software packages
Ability to work concurrently on a portfolio of projects
Relevant professional chartership/accreditation with CABE, CIOB or RICS
Experience in a similar Building Safety, building regulations compliance or design compliance role
Demonstrable understanding of construction and design
Full UK Driving Licence
Class 2/3 Registered Building Inspector is not essential, but candidates must demonstrate competence working on a range of building types and uses
Experience of PAS45001 and other integrated management systems
May require relevant security clearance and potentially proof of 5 years or longer UK residency

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salaries
Employee rewards
Tailored benefits supporting health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices
Training and professional development opportunities
Hybrid working culture
Flexible holiday allowances
Family friendly and inclusive employment policies
Flexible working arrangements
Employee resource groups
Disability Confident interview commitment for applicants with a disability who meet essential criteria