Senior Principal Designer

Senior Principal Designer

Location: Orpington (commutable from South London, Kent, Surrey)

Work arrangement: Hybrid

Salary: £50,000–£60,000 + Progression + Healthcare + Benefits

An exciting opportunity for a Principal Designer in a leading role with support towards chartership, ongoing technical development and clear progression to Associate level. Diverse portfolio across public sector projects and high‑profile clients.

Do you have experience in Building Control? Are you looking to develop your career in a company that invests heavily in training and long‑term progression?

Our award‑winning multi‑disciplinary practice delivers projects ranging from £200 k refurbishments to multi‑million‑pound new builds, primarily in the social housing sector with clients such as the Royal Albert Hall. We are expanding into new service areas and investing in the next generation of building surveyors and technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Chair project meetings
• Review design submissions for compliance
• Deliver building regulations compliance workshops
• Submit building regulations applications via local authorities or approved routes
• Provide clear feedback to clients, contractors and design teams
• Identify and manage design risks
• Travel to site and client meetings across the South East and London

Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar role
• Background in building control
• Committed to achieving chartership or already chartered
• Ability to commute to the office in Orpington
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with hybrid working arrangements and site visits

Application

Contact David Freeman at Rise Technical Recruitment to discuss this role. Reference Number: BBBH (phone number removed).

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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