Building Control Surveyor
Building Control Surveyor
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18-06-2025
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Job Description
3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
The Senior Building Surveyor will play a key role in ensuring that all building works within the borough comply with statutory requirements including the Building Regulations and Building Act.
The postholder will provide expert advice carry out site inspections and lead on enforcement dangerous structures and demolition matters.
The role involves close liaison with internal teams and external stakeholders contributing to service efficiency and maintaining high professional standards in a competitive Building Control environment.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Lead on the assessment and approval of Building Regulation applications and inspect works to ensure compliance.
Make prompt and accurate decisions regarding dangerous structures including out-of-hours callouts and emergency actions.
Provide expert technical advice to applicants agents contractors and members of the public on complex regulatory queries.
Act as enforcement lead for unauthorised works ensuring appropriate legal processes are followed.
Supervise and mentor trainees or assistants and deputise for the Principal Building Surveyor as required.
Undertake accessibility audits advise on inclusive design and ensure compliance with relevant parts of the Building Regulations (e.g. Parts A B E L & M).
Represent the service at pre-application meetings professional forums and partnership groups.
Maintain accurate records draft complex correspondence and contribute to service reviews and improvements.
Skills/Experience:
Substantial post-qualification experience in Building Control including inspections plan assessments and enforcement.
In-depth knowledge of Building Regulations Building Acts and associated legislation.
Proven ability to interpret complex technical documents and communicate requirements clearly to diverse audiences.
Excellent organisational and time management skills; ability to prioritise and meet statutory deadlines.
Confident decision-maker with a proactive and flexible approach to problem-solving.
Strong written verbal and IT skills including familiarity with case management systems.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Experience using IDOX software or similar digital Building Control systems.
Awareness of or experience with quality assurance systems and audits.
Additional Information:
The closing date: 30/06/2025 @12:00.
Full UK driving license and have daily use of a motor vehicle to carry out site visits.
Full corporate membership of a recognised professional body (e.g. RICS ABE CIOB).
Substantial post-qualification experience in Building Control, including inspections, plan assessments, and enforcement. In-depth knowledge of Building Regulations, Building Acts and associated legislation. Proven ability to interpret complex technical documents and communicate requirements clearly to diverse audiences. Excellent organisational and time management skills; ability to prioritise and meet statutory deadlines. Confident decision-maker with a proactive and flexible approach to problem-solving. Strong written, verbal, and IT skills, including familiarity with case management systems. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Experience using IDOX software or similar digital Building Control systems. Awareness of or experience with quality assurance systems and audits.
Education
Full corporate membership of a recognised professional body (e.g. RICS, ABE, CIOB).
Employment Type
Full Time
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