Business Manager - Building Control

WMJobs; Oldbury; Hybrid; GBP 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking an experienced Business Manager - Building Control to lead and develop a high‑performing Building Control service from its Oldbury base. You will provide strategic leadership, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive income generation while managing complex projects and partnerships with developers and regulators.

The role combines professional expertise, people and financial management, and service development within a hybrid model (3 days in the

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant degree in Building Control or related discipline.
• Be a member of an appropriate professional body and eligible to maintain Building Safety Regulator registration at minimum Class 2F/4.
• Significant Building Control experience, including assessing complex buildings regulations applications.
• Commercial awareness with experience in income generation and budget planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and technical leadership to Building Control Surveyors and wider service teams.
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and Building Safety Regulator requirements.
• Act as operational lead for Building Control and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage complex projects including major commercial developments.
• Oversee performance, quality assurance and customer service standards.
• Develop policies and innovative ways to enhance service delivery.
• Lead on dangerous structures, enforcement, and emergency response arrangements.
• Manage service budgets, trading accounts, and income generation.
• Develop strong partnerships with customers, developers, and external agencies.
• Prepare reports and briefings for senior management and regulatory bodies.
• Support implementation of new technology to improve efficiency.

Skills

Building Control

Change management

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Relevant degree in Building Control or related discipline

Professional registration with Building Safety Regulator (Class 2F/4)

Job description

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council,

Job Title: Business Manager - Building Control

Grade/Salary: Band J, SCP 48-51 (£62,197 - £65,938 per annum)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Pattern: 37 hours Mon-Fri (plus emergency call out rota requirement).

Location: Sandwell Council House, Freeth St Oldbury B69 3DE

Closing Date: 18/10/2026

Sandwell Council’s Place Division is seeking an experienced Business Manager - Building Control to join its Building Control team on a full-time, permanent basis, to be based from its Oldbury office. The organisation works to a hybrid working model of 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

As Business Manager - Building Control, you will lead and develop a high‑performing Building Control service within Sandwell Council's Place Directorate. Reporting to the Head of Planning and Building Control, you will provide strategic, operational and technical leadership across the service, ensuring compliance with building regulations and associated legislation while delivering an excellent customer‑focused and commercially driven service. The role combines professional expertise, people leadership, financial management and service development, with responsibility for managing performance, income generation, regulatory compliance and customer satisfaction. You will work closely with developers, contractors, elected members, partner organisations and regulatory bodies, helping to shape a modern, efficient and innovative Building Control service that supports growth, safety and development across the borough.

About The Role

• Provide professional and technical leadership to Building Control Surveyors and wider service teams.
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, associated legislation and Building Safety Regulator requirements.
• Act as the operational lead for Building Control, supporting strategic service delivery and continuous improvement.
• Manage complex and high‑profile building control projects, including major commercial developments.
• Oversee performance, quality assurance, customer service standards and service outcomes.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and innovative ways of working to enhance service delivery.
• Lead on dangerous structures, enforcement matters, sports ground safety and emergency response arrangements.
• Manage service budgets, trading accounts, income generation and financial performance.
• Promote a commercial approach to service delivery, protecting and growing market share within a competitive environment.
• Develop strong partnerships with customers, developers, contractors, elected members and external agencies.
• Prepare reports, performance information and briefings for senior management, committees and regulatory bodies.
• Support the implementation of new technology and digital solutions to improve efficiency and customer experience.
• Lead, motivate and develop staff, ensuring appropriate training, professional competency and regulatory registration requirements are maintained.

About You

• Hold a relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification in Building Control or a related discipline.
• Be a member of an appropriate professional body and eligible to maintain Building Safety Regulator registration at a minimum Class 2F/4 level.
• Have significant Building Control experience, including assessing complex building regulations applications.
• Demonstrate experience of managing change. Have a strong understanding of Building Control legislation, regulatory frameworks and public safety requirements.
• Possess experience of enforcement activity, dangerous structures and sports ground compliance.
• Be commercially aware, with experience of income generation, budget management and business planning.
• Be an effective communicator with the ability to influence, negotiate and build strong professional relationships.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands in a fast‑paced environment.
• Show sound judgement when dealing with complex technical, operational and regulatory issues.
• Be committed to partnership working, continuous improvement and innovation.
• Be flexible in supporting out‑of‑hours emergency responses, evening meetings and site inspections where required.

Why Sandwell Council?

At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough.

To find out more, please visit our careers page: We Are Sandwell – We Are Sandwell

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know.

We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role.

If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at [e-mail].

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