Class 2 Building Control Surveyor

Carrington West; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive local authority in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Building Control Surveyor (Class 2) for a 6-month contract. This hybrid role involves assessing Building Regulation applications, conducting site inspections, and providing expert advice to ensure compliance. Candidates should have a strong background in building safety and enjoy a collaborative working environment. The position offers a rate of £65 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Building Control Surveyor (Class 2).
• Strong understanding of building safety and compliance.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess and determine Building Regulation applications.
• Undertake site inspections to ensure compliance.
• Provide expert technical advice to stakeholders.
• Support enforcement actions for non-compliant works.

Skills

Building Regulation assessment

Site inspections

Technical advice

Enforcement actions

Job description

Building Control Surveyor (Class 2 - Interim Contract)

Location : Greater Manchester (Hybrid / Local Authority)

Rate : £65 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract : Initial 6-Month Assignment

Hours : 37 hours per week

About the Role

An excellent interim opportunity has arisen for an experienced Building Control Surveyor (Class 2) to join a progressive local authority in the Greater Manchester region.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring building safety, compliance and quality across a diverse portfolio of projects - from complex commercial developments to residential schemes. Working within a supportive Building Control team, you’ll be responsible for plan checking, site inspections and enforcement work, ensuring statutory duties are met under the Building Act and Building Regulations.

This is a hands‑on, professional role suited to a surveyor who enjoys autonomy, technical challenge and a collaborative working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and determine Building Regulation applications, including complex and high-value schemes.
• Undertake site inspections at key stages to ensure compliance with approved plans and relevant legislation.
• Provide expert technical advice to developers, architects, and homeowners, ensuring safe and compliant design and construction.
• Investigate and support enforcement actions for unauthorised or non-compliant works.
• Assist with the management of d...