Principal Building Control Surveyor — Hybrid & Growth Path

Buildingcontrolcareersjobs; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Hybrid working arrangements

Professional membership support

Learning and development opportunities

Employee wellbeing support

Family-friendly employment policies

Job summary

Nottingham City Council is seeking an experienced Principal Building Control Surveyor to lead a diverse building control portfolio, including residential, commercial and regeneration schemes. You will inspect sites, advise clients, and act as a senior technical specialist while mentoring others.

The role requires Chartered membership and a strong grasp of Building Regulations, with a focus on maintaining professional competence and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Registered Building Inspector Class 2F (minimum).
• Sound technical knowledge of Building Regulations and related legislation.
• Ability to provide clear and practical technical advice.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for a varied portfolio of building control projects across residential, commercial, public sector and regeneration schemes.
• Assess Building Regulation applications and submissions for compliance with regulations.
• Undertake site inspections on a broad range of developments, including larger and more complex projects.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to developers, architects, contractors and the public.
• Act as a senior technical specialist within the team and mentor junior staff.
• Maintain relationships with developers, consultants and key clients across the city.
• Contribute to service improvement, innovation and new ways of working.
• Collaborate with Planning, Highways and other disciplines to support high-quality development.

Skills

2F Registration

Building Regulations knowledge

Site inspections

CPD commitment

Communication skills

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Chartered (CABE/CIOB/RICS)

Job description

Nottingham City Council is seeking an experienced Principal Building Control Surveyor to lead a diverse building control portfolio, including residential, commercial and regeneration schemes. You will inspect sites, advise clients, and act as a senior technical specialist while mentoring others.

The role requires Chartered membership and a strong grasp of Building Regulations, with a focus on maintaining professional competence and delivering high-quality outcomes.