Principal / Senior Building Control Surveyor

Vox Consultants; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 106,000 - 134,000; Part time

Job summary

Vox Consultants is seeking a Principal / Senior Building Control Surveyor (Registered Building Inspector) for a West London assignment. The role combines site-based inspections with plan checking and technical guidance across residential, commercial and public-sector developments.

You will work in a hybrid model (3 days onsite in the borough, 2 days remote), manage a varied caseload, mentor junior surveyors, and ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Building Act and Building Safety Act

Qualifications

• Must be RBI with Class 2A, 2B or 2D.
• Significant experience as Building Control Surveyor / Senior Building Control Surveyor.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, Building Act and Building Safety Act.
• Proven plan checking, Building Regulation assessments and site inspections.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Assess Building Regulation applications, drawings, plans and submissions.
• Carry out site inspections across residential, commercial and public-sector developments.
• Manage a varied caseload of Building Control applications and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, the Building Act, Building Safety Act and associated legislation.
• Provide technical advice to developers, architects, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Support statutory Building Control functions and Building Safety Regulator requirements.
• Review technical compliance issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior surveyors and trainees.
• Work closely with Planning, Housing, Highways and Regeneration teams.
• Support service improvements and maintain accurate inspection and compliance records.

Skills

Registered Building Inspector

Plan checking

Site inspections

Stakeholder management

Building Regulations

Job description

Principal / Senior Building Control Surveyor (Registered Building Inspector)

Location: West London

Pay Rate: £575-£725 per day (Depending on Experience)

Contract: 3 months ongoing

Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days onsite/in the borough, 2 days remote

Employment Type: Temporary / Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Assess Building Regulation applications, drawings, plans and technical submissions.
• Carry out site inspections across residential, commercial and public-sector developments.
• Manage a varied caseload of Building Control applications and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, the Building Act, Building Safety Act and associated legislation.
• Provide technical advice to developers, architects, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Support statutory Building Control functions and Building Safety Regulator requirements.
• Review technical compliance issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior surveyors and trainees.
• Work closely with Planning, Housing, Highways and Regeneration teams.
• Support service improvements and maintain accurate inspection and compliance records.

Essential Requirements

• Must be a Registered Building Inspector (RBI) with a minimum registration of Class 2A, 2B or 2D.
• Significant experience working as a Building Control Surveyor, Senior Building Control Surveyor or Principal Building Control Surveyor.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, the Building Act and Building Safety Act.
• Proven experience in plan checking, Building Regulation assessments and site inspections.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload independently.
• Excellent technical knowledge, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to provide clear advice on Building Control compliance matters.
• Must be able to attend site inspections and work within the borough approximately 3 days per week.

Desirable Experience

• RBI registration at Class 2E or 2F.
• Chartered membership of CABE, CIOB, RICS or an equivalent professional body.
• Previous Local Authority Building Control experience.
• Experience working on higher-risk buildings or complex developments.
• Experience mentoring junior surveyors or supporting team development.
• Knowledge of modern methods of construction and emerging building safety requirements.

Working ArrangementsThe role offers hybrid working, with approximately 3 days per week in the borough for site inspections and office attendance, and 2 days working remotely for plan checking, reporting and administrative duties.

Please note: Due to high demand, this vacancy may close at short notice. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by phone or email.