Principal Designer Job in Winchester, HampshireOur client now has a Principal Designer job available. If you’re a Building Control professional or Architect with a knack for Health and Safety, this could be the perfect fit. You’ll work on high-end residential and heritage projects, with plenty of opportunities to grow your role with this AJ100 architectural firm.With their projects being featured in several industry and lifestyle publications regularly, the practice’s portfolio of projects ranges from beautiful historic buildings and private homes to commercial properties and interiors in the UK and internationally.Due to continued success, they now have a role for a Principal Designer to join the team.Role & ResponsibilitiesLead in planning, managing, and monitoring design workAdvise architectural teams to ensure compliance with Building RegulationsDevelop the company's compliance and safety servicesManage and develop Principal Designer duties under the Building Safety ActEnsure compliance with statutory requirements and deliver client-focused servicesCollaborate with teams to execute strategic initiatives and meet key performance indicatorsPrepare reports and provide insights to senior leadershipMonitor design phases for compliance and assist in assessing Duty Holders' competenceProvide creative solutions to design challenges and promote sustainability practicesMaintain strong client relationships and support them with Duty Holder responsibilitiesServe as the primary client contact, ensuring professional communicationLiaise with external teams, attend project meetings and keep project managers informedCoordinate training on building regulations and mentor staffLead by example, managing time effectively and ensuring work meets required standardsSupport financial management, project organisation, and health and safety documentation.Required Skills & ExperiencePrevious experience in the construction industry, ideally in a compliance or health and safety roleExcellent knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022In-depth understanding of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilitiesExceptional communication and presentation skillsAbility to work collaboratively in a team environment and foster strong relationships with design directors, senior leadership, and architectural teamsStrong project management skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple initiatives simultaneouslyDegree in Architecture, Building Surveying, Construction Management, or a similar fieldMembership in RICS, CABE, RIBA, CIAT, BSCF, or CIOB.What you get backCompetitive salary dependent on experienceHybrid working with 3 days per week required in the office21 days of holiday, plus bank holidays and discretionary leave over ChristmasPaid parking and close to the train stationThe practice offers a variety of workplace activities and groups, such as ‘Woman in Architecture, Sustainability Working Group, and Historic Buildings Working Group’ – just to name a few!Professional memberships paid forNo staff are expected to work overtime, but if offered they will pay this at an increased rateEmployee assistance programmeProfessional memberships paid forLife insuranceProject trips, sketching sessions, social events, and charity fundraisingFurther benefits revealed upon applicationCareer development and trainingApplyIf you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website.ReferralDid you know we run a referral scheme? We’ll give you £300 worth of vouchers if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we’ll do the rest.Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they’ve successfully completed the probation period.Principal Designer Job in Winchester, Hampshire – Your Property Recruitment Specialists (Recruiter: John Watson Job Ref: 14317) #LI-Hybrid #LI-JW1