Building Control Surveyor

Position: Building Control Surveyor
Location: 2 Alice Square, Birkenhead, CH412YA
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3\+ Months
Working Hours: 36 hours per week
Pay Rate: PAYE: £45\.00 per hour

Job Responsibilities

• Assess and review Building Regulation applications, plans, and specifications to ensure compliance with the Building Regulations, Building Act 1984, associated legislation, and relevant technical standards.


• Carry out statutory site inspections at various stages of construction to verify compliance with approved plans, Building Regulations, and health and safety requirements.


• Provide professional advice and guidance on Building Control matters to applicants, architects, contractors, developers, elected members, internal departments, and other stakeholders.


• Inspect dangerous structures, unauthorised building works, demolition works, and highway obstructions, taking appropriate action to protect public safety.


• Participate in the emergency out\-of\-hours call\-out rota, providing a 24\-hour response to dangerous structure incidents across the borough.


• Assess and review structural calculations, technical submissions, and supporting documentation submitted with Building Regulation applications.


• Liaise with builders, developers, consultants, and property owners to resolve compliance issues and promote best practice throughout construction projects.


• Consult with internal services and external statutory bodies, communicating outcomes and requirements to applicants and agents.


• Investigate Building Regulation breaches and, where necessary, initiate enforcement action in accordance with council policies and legislation.


• Prepare technical reports, witness statements, and supporting evidence for legal proceedings, attending court when required.


• Maintain accurate inspection records, case files, and documentation in accordance with quality management systems, information governance, and council procedures.


• Deliver a high\-quality, customer\-focused Building Control service while achieving statutory performance targets and service standards.


• Support the promotion and development of Building Control services and contribute to identifying new business opportunities.


• Work collaboratively with colleagues to manage workloads, share technical knowledge, and support service delivery.


• Keep up to date with changes in Building Regulations, legislation, construction standards, and professional best practice through continuous professional development (CPD).


• Ensure compliance with council policies relating to health and safety, equality, data protection, and professional conduct.


• Undertake site inspections in a variety of environments, including construction sites, confined spaces, and working at height, as required.

Essential

• Experience working in Building Control, Building Surveying, Construction, or a related built environment discipline.


• Sound knowledge of the Building Regulations, Building Act 1984, Approved Documents, and associated construction legislation.


• Experience assessing Building Regulation applications and conducting site inspections.


• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, structural calculations, and technical documentation.


• Strong understanding of construction methods, building materials, and compliance requirements.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain technical information clearly to a wide range of stakeholders.


• Strong customer service skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.


• Good investigative, analytical, and problem\-solving abilities.


• Ability to make professional decisions independently while managing a varied caseload.


• Experience maintaining accurate technical records and preparing reports.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Building Control or other relevant IT systems.


• Understanding of health and safety legislation applicable to construction and Building Control activities.


• Ability to work outdoors, undertake site inspections, work at height, and enter confined spaces where required.


• Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD).


• Ability to participate in an out\-of\-hours emergency call\-out rota and travel across the borough.

• Experience undertaking Building Control enforcement activities and legal proceedings.


• Knowledge of dangerous structures procedures and emergency response requirements.


• Experience preparing evidence and attending court as a professional witness.


• Knowledge of current industry developments, innovations, and best practice within Building Control.


• Membership of, or progress towards membership of, a relevant professional body (e.g., CABE, RICS, CIOB, or equivalent).


• Ability to mentor or provide technical guidance to junior colleagues.

Job Types: Full\-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: £45\.00 per hour

Experience:

• building surveyor: 1 year (required)


• Construction: 1 year (required)

• United Kingdom (required)

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