Principal / Senior Building Control Surveyor

Your tasks

• Assess Building Regulation applications, drawings, plans and technical submissions.
• Carry out site inspections across residential, commercial and public-sector developments.
• Manage a varied caseload of Building Control applications and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, the Building Act, Building Safety Act and associated legislation.
• Provide technical advice to developers, architects, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Support statutory Building Control functions and Building Safety Regulator requirements.
• Review technical compliance issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior surveyors and trainees.
• Work closely with Planning, Housing, Highways and Regeneration teams.
• Support service improvements and maintain accurate inspection and compliance records.

Requirements

• Must be a Registered Building Inspector (RBI) with a minimum registration of Class 2A, 2B or 2D.
• Significant experience working as a Building Control Surveyor, Senior Building Control Surveyor or Principal Building Control Surveyor.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, the Building Act and Building Safety Act.
• Proven experience in plan checking, Building Regulation assessments and site inspections.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload independently.
• Excellent technical knowledge, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to provide clear advice on Building Control compliance matters.
• Must be able to attend site inspections and work within the borough approximately 3 days per week.

Desirable Experience

• RBI registration at Class 2E or 2F.
• Chartered membership of CABE, CIOB, RICS or an equivalent professional body.
• Previous Local Authority Building Control experience.
• Experience working on higher-risk buildings or complex developments.
• Experience mentoring junior surveyors or supporting team development.
• Knowledge of modern methods of construction and emerging building safety requirements.

How to apply

If you are an experienced Registered Building Inspector and meet the above requirements, please apply with your most up-to-date CV, confirming your RBI registration class and availability.

Other

(Registered Building Inspector) Location: West London Pay Rate: £575–£725 per day (Depending on Experience) Contract: 3 months ongoing Working Arrangement: Hybrid – 3 days onsite/in the borough, 2 days remote Employment Type: Temporary / Contract

Working ArrangementsThe role offers hybrid working, with approximately 3 days per week in the borough for site inspections and office attendance, and 2 days working remotely for plan checking, reporting and administrative duties.

Please note: Due to high demand, this vacancy may close at short notice. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by phone or email.