Principal Designer
103883
£30,000 - £60,000 Per Annum
Full Time
Permanent
Plymouth, Devon
Architecture
Posted 5 hours ago
Expires In 29 Days
Job Description
This position is open to candidates at all experience levels, from junior assistants to senior professionals, with responsibilities and compensation tailored to match individual experience and expertise.
A forward-thinking consultancy that delivers high-quality services across regulatory compliance, building surveying, and design are looking for a Principal Designer with a background in Design / Architecture.
The consultancy are rapidly growing, and looking for a versatile and motivated professional to join thier team. This role offers the opportunity to lead as a Principal Designer under CDM 2015 and Building Regulations, manage Party Wall matters, and conduct comprehensive building surveys. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical expertise and a proactive approach, with a commitment to professional development and delivering high-quality services across various projects.
This opportunity offers flexible working arrangements, a competitive salary and company benefits, modern office spaces in a prime location, and plenty of opportunities for professional growth and influence within a dynamic and expanding practice.
Responsibilities:
- Take ownership as Principal Designer under CDM 2015 and BRAE regulations, guiding projects from design to build.
- Manage Party Wall responsibilities: serve notices, draft awards, and resolve neighbour queries.
- Conduct detailed building surveys—investigate conditions, identify defects, and prepare client reports.
- Support feasibility and design work—contribute to layouts, prepare CAD drawings, and assist with planning docs.
- Deliver polished technical reports packed with clear, practical advice.
- A degree or equivalent qualification in Architecture, Building Surveying, Architectural Technology, Construction Management, or similar.
- Knowledge of CDM 2015 and current Building Regulations (including BRAE updates).
- Experience or interest in Party Wall work and building inspections.
- Familiarity with CAD or design software is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ambition to pursue professional accreditation (RICS, CIOB, CIAT, RIBA) if you're not already chartered.
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