Building Regulations Consultant

At Monaghans, we deliver best-in-class building consultancy services across the UK and internationally.

With offices in Sheffield, Manchester, Leeds and London, we provide expert Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Building Surveying and Health & Safety consultancy across a diverse range of construction sectors, including retail, leisure, commercial and mixed-use developments.

As part of the Trebbi Group, we combine technical excellence with collaborative working, giving our people the opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects while developing long-term careers.

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Building Regulations Consultant to join our Sheffield office, working across commercial, residential, leisure and retail sectors throughout England & Wales.

This role is focused on supporting clients in meeting their obligations under the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated amendments to the Building Regulations. You will play a key role in delivering Principal Designer (Building Regulations) services and advising clients on compliance across a diverse range of projects.

As part of our Built Asset Consultancy team, you will contribute to the continued growth of this specialist service area, working with an established client base while supporting the development of internal capability.

The Role

As a Building Regulations Consultant, your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering Principal Designer (Building Regulations) services in line with the Building Safety Act

• Providing Building Regulations compliance advice across a range of sectors and project types

• Undertaking plan reviews, technical audits and compliance assessments

• Advising clients on their duties under the Building Safety Act and associated regulations

• Leading and facilitating design team workshops to support compliance with duty holder responsibilities

• Supporting the development and delivery of internal training on Building Regulations and compliance

• Providing technical guidance to project teams on fire safety and regulatory requirements

• Supporting the growth of Building Regulations consultancy services within the business

Essential

• Professional qualification: MRICS, MCABE, CIOB or equivalent

• Strong background within Building Control (Approved Inspector or Local Authority)

• Detailed knowledge of Building Regulations and Approved Documents, including fire safety

• Experience in plan checking, compliance assessment and technical auditing

• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with design teams and clients

• Commercial awareness and ability to manage workload effectively

Desirable

• Registered Building Inspector (RBI) (Class 1, 2A-F, 3G/H or 4)

• Experience delivering or supporting Principal Designer (Building Regulations) role

• Experience facilitating workshops or delivering training

• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and wider duty holder coordination

• Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members

Why Join Us

• Take on a leadership role within a growing consultancy

• Play a key part in shaping team growth and client relationships

• Work across a diverse and high-quality project portfolio

• Join a supportive and commercially driven team environment