Building Control / Principal Building Control Inspector

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking a Principal Building Control Inspector to manage diverse projects amid exciting developments. This role offers a competitive salary from £40,476 to £54,917, extensive benefits, and a supportive work-life balance policy, including agile working options. Applicants must hold relevant building safety registration and possess strong communication skills.

Benefits

27 days annual leave, increasing to 32

Generous pension contribution

Agile working options

Qualifications

• Registration with the Building Safety Regulator as a Class 2 or Class 3 Building Inspector.
• Full membership of the RICS, CABE, and CIOB.
• Considerable recent experience as a Building Control Inspector.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for the growth of the Universal Studios Theme Park development.
• Handle a mix of domestic, industrial, and commercial projects.
• Develop practical experience with high-risk buildings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Extensive knowledge of building regulations

Education

Degree or equivalent in relevant field

Job description

Environment

Building Control / Principal Building Control Inspector

Salary: £40,476 - £54,917 per annum + £10,000 Market Rate Supplement – Pay Award pending + Extensive Benefits Package

Bedford Borough Council are looking to bolster our friendly Building Control team to prepare for the growth expected with and alongside the exciting Universal Studios Theme Park development.

Your case load will involve an interesting mix of domestic, industrial and commercial projects as well as some high-risk buildings that could provide excellent opportunities to develop your practical experience and skills with those types of buildings.

The successful applicant will hold the following:

- Registration with the Building Safety Regulator as a Class 2 or Class 3 Building Inspector.
- Full membership of the RICS, CABE, and CIOB, with a degree or equivalent.
- The ability to demonstrate considerable recent experience working as an operational Building Control Inspector.

With strong communication skills, you will have an extensive knowledge of building regulations and a thorough understanding of building operations on all types of buildings within your level of registration.

We are committed to offering a good work-life balance, including agile working, both from the office and home, with the opportunity to adjust your working hours around other interests.

You would work a 37-hour working week with 27 days of annual leave, increasing to 32 days after 5 years' service.

These posts are compensated by a competitive salary and benefits package based on experience:

- Class 2 Domestic BCI (A, B, C) - £40,476 to £43,693 per annum.
- Class 2 General BCI (C, D, E, F) - £44,711 to £49,764 per annum.
- Class 3 Principal BCI, (All Building Types) - £50,788 to £54,917 per annum.
- All salaries boast a £10,000 reviewable annual market rate supplement.
- Please note, a pay award is currently pending.
- A very generous pension contribution and extensive benefits package are offered. For more information, please visit - https://www.bedford.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-work-us

How to apply

When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy'; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for. The job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below.

Closing Date: 31st August 2025
Interview Date(s): W/C 15th September 2025

Please note:
The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of:

- a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving).
- a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical.

Bedford Borough Council is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant, Care Leavers Covenant and is a Disability Confident Employer. For more information, please visit https://www.bedford.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-work-us/working-culture-and-commitments

Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please visit: Jobs and careers | Bedford Borough Council