Company: Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
Location: Orpington
Posted: May 20th, 2026
Location: Orpington (commutable from South London, Kent, Surrey)
Work arrangement: Hybrid
Salary: £50,000-£60,000 + Progression + Healthcare + Benefits
We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Designer to take a leading role within the company, with support towards chartership, ongoing technical development, and clear progression towards Associate level. This is a varied and rewarding position offering the chance to work across a diverse portfolio of projects.
Do you have experience within Building Control? Are you looking to develop your career with a company that invests heavily in training, professional development, and long‑term progression?
Our award‑winning multi‑disciplinary practice deliver a variety of projects across the public sector ranging from £200k refurbishments to multi‑million‑pound new builds, working largely within the social housing sector while also supporting high‑profile clients at locations such as the Royal Albert Hall. With the practice actively expanding into new service areas and investing in the next generation of building surveyors and technical staff, we are now seeking a Principal Designer to lead the team.
As a Principal Designer, you will chair project meetings, review design submissions for compliance, and identify and manage design risks. You will deliver building regulations compliance workshops, submit building regs applications via local authorities or approved routes, and provide clear feedback to clients, contractors, and design teams. The role also involves regular travel across the Southeast for meetings, alongside a hybrid working arrangement and occasional client‑facing events.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
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