Associate Director - Building Control

Claire Plais - Domitille Vielle; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Associate Director – Building Control to lead their regional team in Manchester. The role encompasses providing strategic direction, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with UK Building Regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Building Control, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record as an Approved Inspector, particularly in Higher Risk Buildings. This position offers a competitive package with excellent benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Private medical

Life assurance

Professional membership subscription

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Electric Vehicle Lease Scheme

Cycle to Work

Gym and retail discounts

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the built environment with a focus on Higher Risk Buildings.
• Proven experience as Approved Inspector/Building Control Approver.
• Registered Building Inspector - Class 4 Technical Manager - 3 G/H.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Building Control regional team and assess business performance.
• Act as Technical Authority on complex projects and ensure compliance with Building Regulations.
• Drive business development and represent the organization in external dealings.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Analytical Skills

Client Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Building Control/Surveying

RICS/CABE/CIOB/RIBA accredited status

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Associate Director – Building Control (Class 4 Technical Manager - 3 G/H)

Location: Manchester/ Midlands and surrounding areas

Package: Competitive + car allowance + excellent benefits and rewards package including enhanced maternity/paternity and sick pay

Benefits include: We offer both core and flexible benefits, a competitive salary, and industry-leading training and development to support your career growth.

Core benefits include:

• Private medical
• Life assurance
• Professional membership subscription
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme and up to paid volunteering

Flexible benefits include:

• Electric Vehicle Lease Scheme
• Cycle to Work
• Tech scheme
• Travel insurance
• Dental insurance
• Gym and retail discounts
• Option to buy and sell holiday
• Give As You Earn scheme

About the Role: The successful candidate will lead and manage the Building Control regional team, providing support and strategic direction. You will deliver projects with quality, drive regional business growth, and serve as a technical expert, accountable for regional budget, profitability, revenue, sales, and productivity targets.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and management to the regional Building Control team, including setting and monitoring objectives aligned with business strategy
• Allocate work to the regional teams
• Act as Technical Authority on complex projects and plan assessments across building types
• Oversee client relationships and all P&L and commercial targets for the region
• Manage fee flows and financials, acting as escalation point for invoicing issues
• Resolve customer complaints effectively
• Assess business performance regularly against objectives
• Advise clients on building/property issues in line with UK Building Regulations
• Ensure contract accuracy and viability, minimize bad debt
• Participate in recruitment and onboarding of staff
• Provide regular reports on revenue, sales, utilization, etc.
• Approve team expenses and sign off timesheets
• Drive business development and project stakeholder engagement
• Represent BV in external project dealings
• Prepare bids and quotes
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with Building Regulations
• Maintain accurate project and inspection records
• Develop internal and external stakeholder relationships
• Adhere to QA procedures and complete CPD

Candidate Experience and Skills:

• Hold accredited RICS/CABE/CIOB/RIBA status with extensive experience in the built environment, especially with Higher Risk Buildings
• Registered Building Inspector - Class 4 Technical Manager - 3 G/H
• Degree or equivalent in Building Control/Surveying
• Proven experience as Approved Inspector/Building Control Approver, with commercial client exposure
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Ability to develop others and communicate effectively
• Knowledge of commercial Building Control and Fire Safety
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and organizational skills
• Commercial acumen and client-facing skills
• Proficient in MS Office and effective communicator

Why Bureau Veritas: We offer flexible working, a supportive culture, and opportunities across various sectors including manufacturing, banking, retail, utilities, and more. We value strong client relationships and service excellence.