Building Safety Consultant

RLB International; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy seeks a Senior Health & Safety Specialist in Birmingham, UK. The role involves advising on building safety, ensuring compliance with regulations, and engaging with clients. Ideal candidates will have qualifications in building/fire safety, health & safety, and proven experience in the residential sector. This full-time position offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Continuous learning program

Social responsibility initiatives

Qualifications

• Prior experience in advising clients on building safety.
• Experience with residential sector and higher-risk buildings.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on building safety within regulations.
• Support clients with safety documentation and engagement.
• Conduct safety reviews and risk assessments.

Skills

Client-focused

Collaborative

Proactive

Knowledge of UK building regulations

Experience with quality and technical monitoring

Education

Building safety qualification (or working towards)

Health and safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH)

Fire safety qualification or demonstrable experience

Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IOSH)

Job description

Senior Health & Safety Specialist - T&D (Birmingham, UK)

Location: Birmingham

Why RLB?

At RLB, we live by four simple ideas: Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow. These values guide a culture where people advance personally and professionally. We offer opportunities to work on ambitious projects, tailored training, mentoring and reverse‑mentoring schemes, inclusive teamwork, and flexible working arrangements.

Role Overview

The role is ideal for a Building Control professional with experience in residential building safety. You will provide expert advice on building safety, help clients meet regulatory requirements, and support the Building Safety Act implementation.

Role Responsibilities

• Advising clients on building safety, especially in the residential sector and higher‑risk buildings.
• Supporting clients with building safety documentation and resident engagement.
• Writing building safety cases, resident engagement strategies, and health and safety management systems.
• Ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act and related regulations.
• Conducting building safety case reviews, fire risk assessments, and developing safety management systems.
• Leading on client engagement and communication regarding building safety.
• Advising on remedial actions, safety improvements, and ongoing compliance.
• Providing technical advice to clients, contractors, developers, colleagues, and key stakeholders.
• Ensuring projects are completed in line with current building regulations and legislation.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Building safety qualification (or working towards).
• Health and safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH General Certificate).
• Preferable: Fire safety qualification or demonstrable experience.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IOSH, CIOB, IFE).

Experience

• Experience with quality and technical monitoring on construction projects.
• Knowledge of UK building regulations, Approved Document B, and relevant British Standards.

Behaviours

• Client‑focused, collaborative, and supportive of peers and seniors.
• Positive, proactive, committed to delivering excellent customer service and commercial results.

RLB Employee Benefits

• Hybrid Working – flexible patterns to support work‑life balance.
• Competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement, with the option to purchase extra days.
• Well‑Rewarded – private healthcare, dental insurance, eyecare vouchers.
• Personal Development – continuous learning program, APC support, mentoring.
• Additional Benefits – season ticket loan, professional membership subscriptions.
• Social Responsibility – team/social events, charity fundraising, volunteering.

Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Promise

We build a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves, feel valued, and reach their full potential. We are committed to recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Find out more about our DEI initiatives here.

Senior‑Level Details

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Construction