Building Safety Manager
Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid | Plymouth + UK-Wide Travel
About Ventro Group
Ventro Group is a leading fire safety, building safety, and compliance consultancy delivering critical life safety, fire risk, and building compliance services across the UK. Backed by private equity investment, we are rapidly scaling and setting new standards in Building Safety Act compliance, fire engineering, façade remediation, and passive fire protection.
The Role
We are recruiting a Building Safety Manager to join our growing Fire & Building Safety team, supporting delivery of Building Safety Case Reports, regulatory compliance, and risk management strategies across a national portfolio.
This is a client-facing, technical, and compliance-driven role, ideal for a professional with experience in building regulations, fire safety, façade systems, and high-risk residential buildings (HRRBs).
You will act as a subject matter expert (SME) in building safety, regulatory frameworks, and risk assessment, ensuring alignment with the Building Safety Act 2022, PAS 9980, and fire safety legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Building Safety Case Reports and Gap Analysis Reports in line with HSE / Building Safety Regulator (BSR) requirements
- Provide technical building safety advice to clients, stakeholders, and internal delivery teams
- Support regulatory compliance, including Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, and associated guidance
- Conduct risk assessments, compliance audits, and assurance reviews across residential and commercial assets
- Contribute to development of policies, procedures, and building safety frameworks
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK building regulations, fire safety standards, and industry best practice
- Engage with key stakeholders including clients, contractors, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams
- Travel nationally to support site inspections, audits, and client engagement
What We’re Looking For
Skills
- Strong technical report writing (Building Safety Case, FRA, compliance reports)
- Excellent stakeholder management and client-facing communication
- Ability to interpret and apply UK building regulations and fire safety legislation
- Analytical and problem-solving skills in risk, compliance, and safety management
Knowledge
- Level 5 Building Safety qualification (or equivalent)
- In-depth knowledge of:
- Building Safety Act 2022
- Fire Safety Act & Fire Risk Assessment processes
- PAS 9980 / EWS1 / external wall systems
- Compartmentation, fire stopping, and façade construction
- Understanding of high-rise residential buildings and HRRB compliance
Experience
- Minimum 3+ years’ experience in building safety, fire safety, compliance, or construction risk management
- Proven experience delivering Building Safety Case Reports, FRA reports, or compliance audits
- Background in consultancy, housing, construction, or fire engineering environments
Behaviours
- Strong ownership mindset with accountability for safety and compliance outcomes
- Detail-oriented with a focus on quality, accuracy, and regulatory alignment
- Collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
- Commitment to CPD, professional development, and industry best practice
Location & Travel
- Hybrid working (Remote + Site Visits)
- Regular UK-wide travel to client sites
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (DOE)
- Hybrid working model
- Career progression within a high-growth, PE-backed organisation
Benefits package includes:
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Healthcare plan
- Employee referral bonus
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Employee discounts & rewards programme
Why Join Ventro Group?
- Work at the forefront of UK Building Safety Act compliance and fire safety reform
- Join a high-performing team delivering mission-critical life safety projects
- Influence building safety strategy, compliance frameworks, and risk reduction
- Be part of a business driving excellence in fire safety, façade safety, and regulatory compliance
How to Apply
Ventro Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
We encourage applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments.
Note: Ventro Group prefers to hire directly and will engage PSL agencies where appropriate. We do not accept speculative CVs.
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