Building Control Technical Lead

North Yorkshire Council; Selby; On-site; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in the United Kingdom seeks a Building Control Technical Lead to oversee a professional development program while providing technical support on corporate projects. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in Building Control, excellent knowledge of regulations, and strong leadership skills. Offering a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Career Development

Generous Leave & Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible Working

Training & Development

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Building Control across a range of project types.
• Excellent knowledge of Building Regulations and local government procedures.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to coach and mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver a Building Control professional development programme.
• Supervise and mentor Building Control surveyors.
• Provide technical advice and support on major corporate projects.

Skills

Building Control experience

Knowledge of construction methods

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Building Control, Surveying, Construction or related field

Corporate membership of RICS, CABE, CIOB or equivalent

Registered with the Building Safety Regulator (Class 2f minimum)

Job description

North Yorkshire Council (NYBCP) - Building Control Technical Lead

Salary: Circa £57k

Hours: Full Time or part time hours available
Contract: Permanent / Fixed Term / Temporary
Location: Hybrid – Work from home or from one of our office locations in Selby, Richmond, Scarborough, Malton, Northallerton, Skipton, or Harrogate, with an expectation of attending the NYBCP Head Office at Easingwold when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver a Building Control professional development programme.
• Supervise and mentor Building Control surveyors.
• Provide technical advice and support on major corporate projects.
• Oversee inspections and plan checks for compliance with Building Regulations and the Building Act 1984.
• Respond to dangerous structures and lead emergency callouts.
• Support enforcement actions and statutory duties.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with health and safety and equal opportunities policies.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Building Control across a range of project types.
• Excellent knowledge of construction methods, Building Regulations, and local government procedures.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to coach and mentor others.
• Degree in Building Control, Surveying, Construction, or related field.
• Corporate membership of RICS, CABE, CIOB or equivalent.
• Registered with the Building Safety Regulator (Class 2f minimum).
• Working towards Class 3: Specialist Building Inspector registration.
• Additional qualifications in Fire Safety or Structural Engineering.
• Experience in supervising and developing teams.

Benefits

• Hybrid Working – Enjoy flexibility by working from home or one of our regional offices.
• Career Development – Mentoring, training, and funding for professional qualifications.
• Generous Leave & Benefits – 28 days of annual leave (rising with service), paid volunteering leave, and a range of wellbeing initiatives.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – Competitive and comprehensive pension package.
• Flexible Working – Hours and working patterns that fit individual circumstances.
• Training & Development – Robust programmes to improve knowledge and skill sets, including tuition fee support.
• Additional benefits – Payment of professional fees and other support schemes.