Head of Building Control

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Kingston upon Thames - UK

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location: Hybrid 2 days per week on-site plus quarterly Corporate Leadership Group (CLG) meetings
Hours: 36 hours per week
Reports to: Director of Planning & Environment
Rate: 650 pd Umbrella

Summary

The Head of Building Control is a pivotal role responsible for leading and managing the Councils Building Control function. This position ensures statutory compliance upholds high professional standards and delivers efficient services. The role involves overseeing complex building control applications enforcing building regulations and providing expert advice to both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the Building Control team offering guidance supervision and opportunities for professional development.
  • Ensure compliance with Building Regulations planning policies and health and safety standards.
  • Review assess and approve building control applications including those that are complex and high-risk.
  • Provide expert technical advice to internal departments developers and the public.
  • Oversee the enforcement of building regulations and manage any related legal or remedial actions.
  • Develop and implement policies procedures and service standards to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Manage the service budget and resources effectively.
  • Maintain strong relationships with external partners stakeholders and professional bodies.
  • Ensure accurate reporting on team performance workloads and compliance matters.
  • Represent the Council at committees meetings and external forums as required.

Requirements


  • RBI Class 2 Certification (essential).
  • Extensive experience in building control surveying or related technical fields.
  • Strong leadership and management skills with experience in leading a team.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of UK Building Regulations and associated legislation.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across departments and with external partners.
  • Strong analytical and decision-making abilities including risk assessment and problem-solving.

Desirable

  • Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS CIOB).
  • Experience in budget management and service planning.



Required Skills:

Strong technical and administrative skills. Experience in managing procurement voids and repairs. Proficiency in data analysis and performance reporting. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Ability to work within corporate policies and legislative frameworks. Competence in financial support services and data entry. Organizational skills to manage workload and prioritize tasks. Knowledge of IT systems and ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Location: Hybrid 2 days per week on-site plus quarterly Corporate Leadership Group (CLG) meetingsHours: 36 hours per weekReports to: Director of Planning & EnvironmentRate: 650 pd UmbrellaSummaryThe Head of Building Control is a pivotal role responsible for leading and managing the Councils Buildin...
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