Building Safety Surveyor

Bryan & Armstrong; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consultancy based in the UK is seeking a skilled Building Safety Surveyor to ensure compliance and safety in the built environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the Building Safety Act and relevant regulations, along with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. This full-time role offers a salary of £50-60K, benefits like 25 days holiday, and hybrid working conditions, with a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing Safety Case Reports and associated strategies.
• Experience working with regulators and executive boards.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients in meeting Building Regulations obligations.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance.
• Support Building Regulations Principal Designer.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022

Excellent communication skills

Strong problem-solving abilities

High attention to detail

Strong commercial awareness

Education

Degree-level qualification or Level 4 Diploma in building safety

Membership with a recognised professional body

Job description

Building Safety Surveyor | London or Birmingham (hybrid) | £50-60K + benefits

Are you passionate about compliance and the built environment? We're looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Building Safety Surveyor to join a growing team dedicated to helping clients achieve confidence in compliance and risk management.

As a Building Safety Surveyor, you'll play a crucial role in demonstrating the safety and compliance of buildings—contributing to the health, safety, and welfare of clients and residents. You'll apply your understanding of the Building Safety Act, associated secondary legislation, and Building Regulations to carry out inspections, manage compliance, and resolve issues effectively.

Key responsibilities

• Guide and support clients and internal teams in meeting their obligations under the Building Regulations 2010 (as amended) and the Building Safety Act 2022.
• Support building regulation audits, appraisals, and site inspections to ensure projects meet requirements.
• Conduct gap analyses and review client documentation to identify missing information for Building Safety Case Reports and Gateway applications.
• Provide expert input on compliance training, quality assurance, and best practices.
• Assess designs, surveys, and inspections for compliance with Building Regulations.
• Engage with stakeholders, including internal teams, clients, and regulatory bodies, and attend meetings as required.
• Facilitate internal and external workshops on Building Safety Risk Assessments.
• Support the role of Building Regulations Principal Designer, in line with company processes.
• Deliver a variety of Building Safety Consultancy tasks within agreed service deliverables.

About you

You'll be an experienced professional who is detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to improving safety and compliance across the built environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• In-depth knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022.
• Proven experience in developing Safety Case Reports, Golden Thread principles, and associated strategies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with regulators and executive boards.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• High level of attention to detail to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks and deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Willingness to travel across sites and comply with lone working policies.
• Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification and/or Level 4 Diploma in a building safety-related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrable Skills, Knowledge, Experience and Behaviours (SKEB).
• Membership or working towards membership with a recognised professional body (e.g., CIBSE, RICS, CIOB, IFE, IFSM).

Agency notes

• This is a full-time permanent role, working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, and is available to start as soon as possible upon appointment.
• The client has not notified us of any specific Health & Safety Risks.
• The notice period is 1 week during probation, rising to 1 month thereafter and is paid on a monthly, salaried basis.
• Salary offered will be dependent on experience.
• You will be entitled to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + pension + hybrid working with 3 days per week from the office or site.