Principal / Senior Building Control Surveyor (Registered Building Inspector)

Pertemps London; Hayes End; Hybride; GBP 106 000 - 134 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work model

On-site work in London

Résumé du poste

Pertemps London is seeking an experienced Registered Building Inspector to join the Building Control team as Principal / Senior Building Control Surveyor (Registered Building Inspector). The interim, full-time role is hybrid (three days on site, two remote) and runs on an ongoing basis with a day rate of £575–£725 depending on RBI registration and experience.

You will manage a varied caseload including residential, commercial, regeneration and public-sector projects, delivering expert technical

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
• Mentor Building Control Officers, trainees and apprentices.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, the Building Act and Building Safety Act.

Responsabilités

• Assess Building Regulation applications, plans and technical submissions.
• Carry out site inspections across a diverse range of building types.
• Manage projects appropriate to RBI registration level and competency.
• Provide clear, practical compliance and technical advice.
• Support statutory Building Control functions and BSR requirements.
• Mentor Building Control Officers, trainees and apprentices.
• Work collaboratively with developers, architects, consultants and internal Council teams.
• Contribute to service improvement and modernisation initiatives.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Independent working

Mentoring

Regulatory knowledge

Formation

Chartered membership of CABE/CIOB/RICS

Description du poste

A London local authority is seeking an experienced Registered Building Inspector to join its Building Control team as a Principal / Senior Building Control Surveyor (Registered Building Inspector).

This interim, full-time post is hybrid, with three days on site and two remote, and runs on an ongoing basis at £575–£725 per day, depending on RBI registration and experience.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of residential, commercial, regeneration and public‑sector projects, providing expert technical advice and ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, the Building Act and Building Safety Act requirements.

This senior, autonomous position also involves influencing service improvement, supporting Building Safety Regulator requirements and mentoring colleagues. Strong technical knowledge, sound judgement and clear communication skills are essential.

What you’ll do

• Assess Building Regulation applications, plans and technical submissions.
• Carry out site inspections across a diverse range of building types.
• Manage projects appropriate to your RBI registration level and competency.
• Provide clear, practical compliance and technical advice.
• Support statutory Building Control functions and BSR requirements.
• Mentor Building Control Officers, trainees and apprentices.
• Work collaboratively with developers, architects, consultants and internal Council teams.
• Contribute to service improvement and modernisation initiatives.

What we need

• Registered Building Inspector — minimum Class 2A, 2B or 2D.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, the Building Act, Building Safety Act and related legislation.
• Significant experience in plan checking, Building Regulation assessments, site inspections and compliance reviews.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and customer‑focus skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
• Desirable RBI Class 2E or 2F registration.
• Chartered membership of CABE, CIOB, RICS or equivalent.
• Local Authority or Approved Inspector experience.
• Experience with Higher‑Risk Buildings, complex projects or Modern Methods of Construction.
• Experience mentoring junior surveyors.

Rates

Rate Class 2A / 2B / 2D: Up to £575 per day. Class 2E / 2F: Up to £725 per day. Rates depend on registration level, qualifications, experience and suitability. Class 2E and Class 2F Registered Building Inspectors are particularly encouraged to apply.

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