Building Control Surveyor

Peterborough City Council; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Cycle to Work scheme

Car lease scheme

Employee Benefits Platform discounts

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

Peterborough City Council is seeking a Senior Building Control Surveyor to deliver a high-quality service across a wide range of building developments. You will process plans, conduct inspections and ensure compliance with building regulations, health and safety, and related laws.

The role includes managing a caseload, handling enforcement and complex projects, and mentoring junior staff. You will use specialist surveying equipment and digital systems to record inspections, write reports, and

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience with caseload management.
• Experience on higher-risk buildings and complex commercial developments.
• Excellent report writing and inspection record-keeping.
• Membership of CABE, RICS or CIOB is expected.
• Registered with Building Safety Regulator at Class 2.

Responsibilities

• Process building control plans and carry out inspections.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and related legislation.
• Manage own caseload, including enforcement, contraventions, demolitions and dangerous structures.
• Collaborate with teams and partners; mentor junior staff.
• Record inspections and produce clear reports using digital systems.

Skills

Building regulations knowledge

Verbal & written communication

Organised, detail-focused

Negotiation

Mentoring

IT skills

Surveying equipment knowledge

Education

HNC/HND or degree

Professional body membership (CABE/RICS/CIOB)

Tools

GIS platforms

EDRMS

Theodolites

Thermal imaging cameras

Laser measures

Moisture meters

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Senior Building Control Surveyor to join our team and support the delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused service across a wide range of building developments. In this role, you will be responsible for processing plans, carrying out inspections, and ensuring compliance with current building regulations, health and safety, and related legislation. You will manage your own caseload, including more complex matters such as enforcement, contraventions, demolitions and dangerous structures. You will contribute to the achievement of local and national performance targets and support the accurate recording of inspections and report writing using a range of digital systems, including Building Control, Planning, EDRMS, and GIS platforms. The role also involves working on complex commercial projects and developments within major growth areas. As part of a collaborative team, you will work closely with colleagues, stakeholders, and partners, while also supporting junior team members through mentoring, shadowing, and knowledge sharing. You will use specialist surveying and compliance equipment, such as theodolites, thermal imaging cameras, laser measures, and moisture meters, to support effective inspection and assessment.

• You will have strong knowledge of current building regulations, private sector building control, and related legislation, alongside an understanding of national quality and customer service standards.
• You will bring significant post-qualification experience and be confident managing your own caseload while contributing positively to team delivery. You will have experience working on higher-risk buildings and complex commercial developments and be able to prioritise workloads to meet demanding deadlines.
• You will have excellent negotiation, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally. You will be organised, detail-focused, and capable of producing clear, accurate reports and inspection records.
• You will also demonstrate a proactive and innovative approach, contributing ideas to promote the service and drive continuous improvement. Confidence in training, mentoring, or supporting junior colleagues will be essential.
• You will hold an HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a related subject (or a degree or equivalent), membership of a relevant professional body such as CABE, RICS, or CIOB, and be registered with the Building Safety Regulator at Class 2. A broad range of IT skills and experience using specialist surveying equipment are also essential. We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme…
• Access to a range of benefits via our Employee Benefits Platform, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes
• Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata)
• Access to car lease scheme
• Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances
• Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings
• Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth
• Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day
• Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network
• Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards
• All about our Commitments We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success.