Job Description
Senior Building Control Surveyor – South West based Local Authority
£59,059 - £62,669
37 hours per week
6-month rolling contract (likely extension)
We are currently recruiting for a Building Control Surveyor at Class 3H to join a Council’s Building Regulations & Standards Team on a permanent basis in the South West. This role will play a crucial part in the enforcement of Building Regulations under the Building Safety Act 2022, acting as a Registered Building Inspector and technical lead on complex and high-risk projects across the city.
Responsibilities
1. Lead on Building Control applications from pre-application stage through to completion, acting as a technical expert and case officer for major developments.
2. Represent the Council as part of multi-disciplinary teams for the Building Safety Regulator (BSR), particularly on High-Risk Buildings (HRBs).
3. Interpret legislation, Central Government guidance and Building Control policy, including providing representation at appeals and court proceedings where required.
4. Drive a collaborative approach between developers, consultants, and council officers to ensure safe, compliant, and buildable designs.
5. Provide guid...