Building Control Team Leader (Principal Inspector) - RBIs
Location: Essex (Hybrid)
Salary: Negotiable
MMP is currently working with our client, a Local Authority in Essex, who is seeking a Building Control Team Leader (Principal Inspector) RBIs to join their team!
Purpose of the Job:
To support the Building Control Manager in delivering my client's Building Control responsibilities with excellence and efficiency. You will take the lead in managing daily technical operations, offering expert advice, overseeing special or major projects, and driving partnership initiatives. Your work will be pivotal in safeguarding the health, safety, welfare, and convenience of individuals in and around all types of buildings, achieved through the diligent application of the Building Regulations, associated legislation, and recognised standards.
Principal Accountabilities:
Lead Daily Operations
Oversee the day-to-day delivery of the Building Control service in support of the Building Control Manager. This includes allocating and supervising workloads, managing customer enquiries and complaints, and contributing to performance reporting. Ensure all activities align with the requirements of the Building Safety Act, the Building Safety Regulator, and my client's Quality Management System.
Service Improvement
Identify and implement enhancements to ensure a flexible, responsive, and forward-thinking Building Control function. Ensure compliance with the Operational Standards Rules (OSR) and alignment with service plans, budgets, and quality standards, while identifying opportunities for innovation.
Complex Case Management
Manage a caseload of complex or major Building Regulation applications. Work independently to assess submissions, negotiate compliance, and attend meetings before and after application submission. Ensure all decisions align with the Building Safety Act, related legislation, and my client's policies.
Technical Leadership
Provide expert technical guidance to the team, supporting the effective operation of the service. Assist the Building Control Manager by proactively managing individual and team performance and addressing underperformance in line with the QMS.
Client and Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, providing expert advice, conducting inspections, and ensuring decisions are compliant with legislation, standards, and best practices.
Site Inspections
Conduct statutory site inspections to ensure compliance with the Building Regulations and OSR. Review and comment on plans for new builds, alterations, and extensions.
Regulatory Enforcement
Investigate breaches of Building Regulations, prepare reports, issue legal notices, and represent my client in court proceedings as an expert witness. All enforcement actions will follow the Building Safety Act and my client's QMS.
Emergency Response & Safety
Act, alongside the Building Control Manager, as my client's lead representative on dangerous structures and demolitions. Advise emergency services, building owners, and the public. Respond to emergencies, including out-of-hours call-outs, ensuring public safety in accordance with the Building Safety Act.
Expert Guidance
Provide professional guidance on Building Control matters to service users, internal departments, and statutory bodies. Ensure advice complies with the Building Safety Act, OSR, and BSR standards. Use your professional judgement to negotiate and agree bespoke charges as needed.To Be Shortlisted, You Must Have:
Registration with the Building Safety Regulator
Relevant Building Control experience with a Local Authority or Approved Inspector
Building Control Team Leader (Principal Inspector) - RBIs
Location: Essex (Hybrid)
Salary: Negotiable