Building Safety Manager in Stratford, Greater London

Fraser Edwards are currently working with a leading social housing contractor  who are looking to recruit an experienced Building Safety Manager to join their expanding team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a knowledgeable building safety professional to take on a key position, overseeing a portfolio of residential buildings and ensuring the highest standards of safety and compliance are maintained.

You will play an important role in ensuring buildings are safe for residents, supporting regulatory compliance and helping to drive continuous improvements across the organisation's building safety function.

The successful candidate will also have responsibility for managing and developing a team of Assistant Building Safety Managers, providing leadership, guidance and technical support.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of building safety across an allocated portfolio of residential properties.
• Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act and relevant building safety legislation.
• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of Building Safety Case Reports.
• Support applications and submissions for Building Assessment Certificates.
• Monitor building safety risks, ensuring appropriate control measures are in place.
• Oversee fire safety arrangements, structural assessments and specialist building systems.
• Ensure active fire protection systems and M&E installations are appropriately maintained, inspected and tested.
• Manage external contractors and specialist consultants, ensuring services are delivered effectively.
• Oversee building safety records, documentation and compliance databases.
• Work closely with residents, contractors and internal departments to promote a positive building safety culture.
• Lead and support a team of Assistant Building Safety Managers, encouraging development and high performance.

About You

• Previous experience in a Building Safety Management role or a similar operational compliance position.
• Strong practical knowledge of building safety within residential properties.
• Technical understanding of fire safety systems, M&E services and specialist building installations.
• Knowledge of the Building Safety Act and associated regulatory requirements.
• Experience overseeing contractors, consultants and specialist service providers.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate compliance records.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A minimum Level 4 qualification in Building Safety, or currently working towards this.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, as regular travel between sites will be required.

Salary & Benefits

• £62,500 – £68,500 per annum, depending on experience.
• Permanent contract.
• 35-hour working week.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to double your contribution, capped at 6%.
• 28 days annual leave, increasing to 31 days with service, plus bank