Building Safety Lead

Building Safety Lead (Interim)
Rate: £600 per day
Location: London (Hybrid / Site as required)
Contract: Interim

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Building Safety Lead to take ownership of a critical safety function within a complex, high-risk environment.
This is a senior interim role requiring deep expertise in building safety, regulatory compliance, and housing legislation, particularly in line with the Building Safety Act 2022. You will lead the building safety function, ensuring immediate stability, regulatory readiness, and operational assurance across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage all aspects of building safety across the portfolio

Ensure robust controls and mitigation of life safety risks

Oversee compliance and assurance frameworks, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards

Conduct and manage block inspections and safety reviews

Lead the development and maintenance of Building Safety Cases

Ensure full implementation and management of the Golden Thread of information

Manage and respond to Building Safety Regulator (BSR) notices

Drive regulatory readiness across all assets and operations

Provide cross-departmental data assurance, supporting both operational and strategic decision-making

Lead and support a specialist building safety team, ensuring high performance and accountability
About You
We are looking for a highly credible building safety professional with:

Extensive experience in housing sector building safety and compliance

Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and regulatory requirements

Proven track record in delivering compliance and assurance reporting to regulatory standards

Experience managing high-risk buildings and complex safety environments

Ability to provide immediate leadership, stability, and improvement within critical functions

Strong stakeholder management skills, including engagement with regulators and senior leadership