Head of Building Control: Strategy & Safety Leader

Bury Council; Bury; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bury Council is seeking a Head of Building Control to lead a team of surveyors and drive excellence across the borough. You will oversee high-profile projects, shape building safety policy, and work with developers, residents and elected members to raise standards.

This leadership role requires a strategic mindset, strong technical knowledge of building regulations and fire safety, and the ability to manage budgets and workforce rotas, while promoting safety and public service.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Building Control and building regulations.
• Strong technical knowledge of fire safety and emerging construction technologies.
• Proven ability to engage with elected members, developers and residents.
• Strategic thinker driving service improvements and financial sustainability.
• Ability to lead a diverse team and manage complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Building Control team and oversee high-profile projects.
• Influence regional and borough-wide building control policies and practices.
• Chair safety advisory groups for major sports grounds and events.
• Oversee rota, staff training and continuous professional development.
• Ensure safe, compliant building works across the borough.

Skills

Building Control experience

Stakeholder management

Strategic leadership

Building regulations & fire safety

Change management

Job description

Bury Council is seeking a Head of Building Control to lead a team of surveyors and drive excellence across the borough. You will oversee high-profile projects, shape building safety policy, and work with developers, residents and elected members to raise standards.

This leadership role requires a strategic mindset, strong technical knowledge of building regulations and fire safety, and the ability to manage budgets and workforce rotas, while promoting safety and public service.