Principal Building Control Surveyor

Service Care Solutions; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector client in Lincoln is seeking a Principal Building Control Surveyor to oversee building control operations. The successful candidate will lead a team, manage complex building projects, and provide technical advice in compliance with regulations. This full-time position offers competitive pay at £45 per hour Umbrella LTD, with the potential for further opportunities in a local authority setting. Apply with your CV to explore this opportunity further.

Benefits

Referral bonus up to £250

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in Building Control, Building Surveying, Construction, or Structural Engineering.
• Corporate Membership of a relevant professional body.
• Registration with the Building Safety Regulator or working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Building Control Surveyors.
• Manage complex building control projects and enforce compliance.
• Provide expert technical advice and undertake inspections.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Team management

Education

Degree-level qualification in Building Control or related field

Corporate Membership of a relevant professional body

Job description

Overview

A client within the Public Sector based in North East Lincolnshire is currently recruiting for a Principal Building Control Surveyor to join their Building Control Service as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis, with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority building control environment.

Role and Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising a team of operational Building Control Surveyors to ensure statutory compliance and service delivery
• Managing and overseeing major and complex building control projects, including high-risk buildings
• Inspecting deposited plans and undertaking site inspections in line with Building Regulations and statutory timeframes
• Leading enforcement action, investigations into dangerous structures, demolitions, and unauthorised works
• Providing expert technical advice, acting as an expert witness where required, and supporting corporate and regeneration projects

Qualifications and Candidate

• Degree-level qualification in Building Control, Building Surveying, Construction, Structural Engineering, or equivalent
• Corporate Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS, CABE)
• Registration with the Building Safety Regulator (or working towards the appropriate class under the BICoF framework)

Desirable Skills

• Extensive experience working within a Local Authority Building Control service
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team management skills
• Excellent knowledge of Building Regulations, enforcement processes, and the Building Act 1984

Remuneration

The client is offering £45 per hour Umbrella LTD (Inside IR35) (approximately £35 per hour PAYE).

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, please email a copy of your up-to-date CV to the provided contact address or call the recruitment contact to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details or forward this advert to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.

Job Info

• Job Title: Principal Building Control Surveyor
• Company: Service Care Solutions
• Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire
• Posted: Jan 21st 2026
• Closes: Feb 21st 2026
• Sector: Construction
• Contract: Contract
• Hours: Full Time