Building Safety Manager

Interim Building Safety Manager
Location: East London / Hybrid
Rate: £500 a day (Umbrella)
Contract Type: Interim

A Local Authority in East London is recruiting for an experienced Interim Building Safety Manager to lead on key safety and compliance responsibilities within their housing stock. This is a pivotal role to ensure legal obligations are met under the Building Safety Act and associated regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the dutyholder for building safety on higher-risk residential buildings.
• Lead on the implementation and management of the Golden Thread of Information, ensuring accurate, accessible, and up-to-date building safety data.
• Oversee compliance with the Building Safety Act, managing resident engagement strategies and safety case reports.
• Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders including the Regulator, Fire and Rescue Service, contractors, and residents.
• Provide leadership and assurance around fire and structural safety for occupied buildings.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Building Safety Manager, ideally within a local authority or social housing environment.
• In-depth understanding of the Building Safety Act and associated legislation.
• Demonstrable experience of setting up and managing the Golden Thread of Information.
• Level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management or equivalent qualification is essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to engage residents and stakeholders effectively.