Building Control Surveyor

Arm; Leicester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Arm in Leicester is seeking a Building Control Surveyor for a predominantly site-based role on a temporary 12-month contract.

You will inspect plans, conduct site inspections, enforce regulations, liaise with architects and contractors, and produce detailed inspection reports, supporting fire safety and public safety.

Qualifications

• Essential: HNC in Building Construction or a relevant diploma/degree in Building Control or Building Surveying.
• Comprehensive knowledge of building construction.
• Strong knowledge of the Building Act and Building Regulations.
• Good understanding of Fire Safety legislation and associated requirements.
• Experience inspecting building works and dealing with non-compliance/enforcement.
• Ability to assess plans and provide practical compliance advice.
• Excellent report-writing, communication and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Professional and tactful approach when dealing with builders, architects, contractors and the public.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to undertake regular site inspections.

Responsibilities

• Examining deposited building plans to ensure compliance with Building Regulations and legislation.
• Carrying out regular site inspections to assess construction work and identify non-compliance.
• Dealing with dangerous structures and demolition sites, including inspections, reporting and action.
• Undertaking enforcement procedures where building work does not meet legal requirements.
• Providing advice and guidance to architects, engineers, contractors, building owners and the public.
• Working with external agencies including Fire Services and other professionals.
• Producing clear inspection reports, letters and maintaining accurate records.
• Supporting requirements relating to fire safety, means of escape, accessibility, energy efficiency and public safety.

Skills

Report writing

Communication

Record keeping

Planning & organizing

Education

HNC in Building Construction or Building Control/Building Surveying diploma

Job description

Building Control Surveyor

Location: Leicester

Contract: up to 12 months

Working Pattern: Predominantly site-based

Pay : DOE but Umbrella Inside IR35

The Role

• Examining deposited building plans to ensure proposed works comply with relevant Building Regulations and legislation.
• Carrying out regular site inspections to assess construction work and identify any non-compliance.
• Dealing with dangerous structures and demolition sites, including inspections, reporting and appropriate action.
• Undertaking enforcement procedures where building work does not meet legal requirements.
• Providing advice and guidance to architects, engineers, contractors, building owners and members of the public.
• Working with external agencies including Fire Services and other construction and regulatory professionals.
• Producing clear inspection reports, letters and maintaining accurate records.
• Supporting requirements relating to fire safety, means of escape, accessibility, energy efficiency and public safety.

About You

• At least 2 years' experience as a Building Control Surveyor within an accredited Building Control organisation, unless professionally qualified.
• Comprehensive knowledge of building construction.
• Strong knowledge of the Building Act and Building Regulations.
• Good understanding of Fire Safety legislation and associated requirements.
• Experience inspecting building works and dealing with non-compliance/enforcement.
• Ability to assess plans and provide practical compliance advice.
• Excellent report-writing, communication and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• A professional and tactful approach when dealing with builders, architects, contractors and the public.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to undertake regular site inspections.

Qualifications

• Essential: HNC in Building Construction or a relevant diploma/degree in Building Control or Building Surveying.

Desirable:

• MRICS, CABE or CIOB qualification/membership.
• LABC Fire Safety Specialist accreditation.
• Experience working with complex or high-rise buildings.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Building Control Surveyor to join a busy team and play a key role in ensuring the safety, compliance and quality of building work.