Building Control / Principal Building Control Inspector

Bedford Borough Council; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Luton is seeking a Principal Building Control Inspector to join the Building Control team. In this role, you will manage a variety of building projects and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate holds a degree, is a registered Building Inspector, and comes with extensive experience. The position offers a competitive salary of £40,476 to £54,917, plus a £10,000 market rate supplement and a benefits package that includes generous leave and pension.

Benefits

27 days annual leave, increasing to 32 after 5 years

Generous pension contribution

Agile working options

Qualifications

• Registration with the Building Safety Regulator as a Class 2 or Class 3 Building Inspector.
• Considerable recent experience as an operational Building Control Inspector.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for the growth expected with the Universal Studios Theme Park development.
• Manage a mixed case load of domestic, industrial, and commercial projects.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Extensive knowledge of building regulations

Understanding of building operations

Education

Degree or equivalent

Full membership of RICS, CABE, CIOB

Job description

Bedford Borough Council

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

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

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.

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