Principal Designer

November 14, 2025 | Comments Off on Principal Designer

Building Regulations Principal Designer Job in Reigate, Surrey

Building Regulations Principal Designer Job in Reigate, Surrey - an opportunity to take a leading role in shaping safety and compliance across high-risk building projects while joining an ambitious, design-led practice entering an exciting phase of growth.

With a strong design ethos and a focus on quality delivery, this growing Reigate-based practice blends contemporary architectural thinking with highly personalised client service. Their portfolio covers a broad mix of commercial and residential work, and the team is committed to innovative, responsible and well-coordinated design as they continue to expand.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Lead/work on architectural projects and across teams as Principal Designer Lead
  • Advise on specific health & safety matters
  • Review projects and designs and support with preconstruction health & safety matters
  • Support the client to provide preconstruction information
  • Coordinate all health & safety matters during preconstruction
  • Issue the health & safety document on completion
  • Work closely with the design team
  • Develop guidance materials and management tools
  • Work directly with clients
  • Carry out research on good practices
  • Liaise with enforcing authorities
  • Critically appraise design risk assessments.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Possess a minimum of 5 years' experience as an Architect (ARB)
  • Experience of working as a Principal Designer on high-risk buildings
  • Ability to use AutoCAD or Revit would be preferred
  • Registered as a Principal Designer would be highly beneficial
  • Driving licence
  • Own car

What you get back

  • £45,000 - £55,000 DOE
  • Pension
  • Career development
  • Hybrid or Remote working would be considered
  • Laptop supplied
  • Flexible working hours between 8-9:30am start and 4:30-6pm finish
  • Ongoing development and progression
  • Social events
  • Close to local transport links