Building Control Surveyor: Site Inspections & Compliance

Dovetail & Slate Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail & Slate Ltd in the North West seeks two Building Control Surveyors to join a busy Local Authority Building Control team in Birkenhead. The roles involve ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, approved documents, and safety standards across domestic and commercial developments.

In addition to on-site inspections and enforcement where needed, you will provide professional technical advice to architects, developers, and the public, with a 12-week temporary contract and a pay rate

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Building Control Surveyor within Local Authority or RBCA environment.
• Knowledge of Building Act 1984, Building Regulations, Approved Documents, and health and safety legislation.
• Experience in defect diagnosis, site inspection regimes, and basic structural assessment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to handle compliance issues diplomatically and authoritatively.
• Valid UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle for site visits across the organisation.
• Eligibility to work in the UK with compliance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect deposited plans and building notices for compliance with Building Regulations and relevant legislation.
• Conduct statutory on-site inspections for domestic and commercial developments.
• Assess basic structural calculations and consult with external statutory bodies (fire service, water authorities).
• Investigate unauthorised building works and dangerous structures; prepare statements and enforcement documentation.
• Participate in out-of-hours emergency call-out rota for dangerous structures.
• Provide professional technical advice and guidance to architects, developers, contractors, and the public.

Job description

Dovetail & Slate Ltd in the North West seeks two Building Control Surveyors to join a busy Local Authority Building Control team in Birkenhead. The roles involve ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, approved documents, and safety standards across domestic and commercial developments.

In addition to on-site inspections and enforcement where needed, you will provide professional technical advice to architects, developers, and the public, with a 12-week temporary contract and a pay rate