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Deputy Head of Building Control
Job Location:
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
28 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
25 August 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Permanent Role with a local authority
Summary
- The Deputy Head of Building Control is responsible for leading and managing a team of building inspectors while delivering specialist technical assessments to ensure compliance with building regulations and safety standards. This role is crucial in ensuring that all developments meet legislative requirements related to health safety sustainability and accessibility.
Responsibilities
- Manage supervise and develop a team of Building Inspectors including trainees and specialists.
- Allocate workloads set priorities and ensure delivery of high-quality inspection services.
- Provide mentoring coaching and professional development support to team members.
- Deputise for the Head of Building Control and support strategic objectives.
- Undertake specialist technical assessments plan reviews and site inspections.
- Manage a portfolio of projects including complex and high-risk developments.
- Ensure compliance with the Building Act 1984 Building Safety Act 2022 and Building Regulations 2010.
- Evaluate plans approve or reject applications and oversee remedial actions where required.
Essential Experience Required
- Significant experience in Building Control including complex and high-risk projects.
- Proven experience managing or supervising a technical team.
- Experience working within a local authority or similar regulatory environment.
- Strong understanding of construction methods materials and industry practices.
- Experience with enforcement procedures and legal processes.
Essential Qualifications Required
- Degree or equivalent in Building Control Building Surveying Construction Structural Engineering or related field.
- Chartered membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS CABE CIOB).
- Current Building Inspector registration (Class 3 Specialist or equivalent).
Additional Information
- Location: Colindale / Hybrid.
- Salary Range: 65262 - 72266
The role closes on 3rd July 2026 apply ASAP.
Required Skills:
BRS Registered at Level 3 Minimum
Required Education:
Degree in Building Control
