Head of Building Safety

We’re Centrick — residential property experts with a clear mission: to make lives better, every day.

Since 2005, we’ve grown into a nationwide business with a global reach, managing buildings and estates of all shapes and sizes. From property management, sales, and lettings to on-the-ground services like cleaning, caretaking, and maintenance — we deliver quality, end-to-end solutions.

With our headquarters in central Birmingham and teams across the UK, we’re powered by dedicated professionals working collaboratively across operations, marketing, finance, and beyond. We reinvest in our people, technology, and culture to drive continuous improvement and long-term impact — for our clients, customers, and communities.

What You’ll Be Doing

No two days are the same, but the tasks below offer a glimpse of what to expect. If you don’t meet every point but believe you have the skills to succeed, we encourage you to apply.

  • Lead and develop the organisation’s Building Safety service, ensuring high standards and regulatory compliance.
  • Oversee key functions including remediation programmes, Safety Case production, resident engagement, site inspections, and Golden Thread data management.
  • Drive service efficiency, commercial effectiveness, and consistently high-quality delivery across all Building Safety activities.
  • Act as a senior leader within the Building Safety & Compliance team, helping shape strategy, drive innovation, and respond to changing regulations.
  • Manage and develop a team of five specialists, fostering accountability, high performance, and continuous improvement.
  • Champion and embed a strong Building Safety culture through training, competency development, and career pathways.
  • Provide visible leadership across the organisation and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and residents.
  • Continuously improve processes, systems, and practices to ensure a market‑leading service across a growing property portfolio.

What You Need to Succeed

  • Relevant professional qualifications in Building Safety and/or Fire Safety (e.g. Level 6 Building Safety, NEBOSH Fire or equivalent)
  • Membership of a recognised professional body (e.g. MCIOB, MIFireE, MRICS, IOSH, MIFSM), or working towards
  • Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety legislation, and associated guidance
  • Demonstrable experience managing high-rise residential buildings and delivering remediation and compliance programmes
  • Proven experience in Safety Case production, risk management, and regulatory engagement
  • Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, driving accountability and continuous improvement
  • Experience overseeing inspections, audits, and assurance activities across a portfolio
  • Strong understanding of Golden Thread requirements and data/information management

Why Join Us?

  • Time to Recharge: 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
  • Future Security: Enhanced pension scheme based on role
  • Extra Holiday: Your holiday allowance grows with your length of service—because loyalty deserves rewards
  • Health & Wellbeing: Medicash, virtual GP, therapies, dental and optical support
  • Sick Pay Boost: Company sick pay increases over time to support your wellbeing when you need it most
  • Life Assurance: Peace of mind for you and your loved ones with financial protection in place when it matters most
  • Learning & Development: Study support and access to our dedicated academy to help you grow professionally and personally
  • Mental Health Support: 24/7 mental health services
  • Birthday Bonus: Enjoy an extra day off on your birthday to celebrate your way
  • Giving Back: One volunteer day annually to support a charity or cause close to your heart
  • Benefit Platform: One online platform for all benefits and recognition

At Centrick, diversity and inclusivity are fundamental to who we are. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a respectful and supportive hiring experience. If you need any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know—we’re here to help you succeed.

Head of Building Safety

Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Car Allowance
Permanent - Full-time
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