Senior Building Control Lead – Site Inspections & Compliance

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 137,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

The Local Authority is seeking a Principal Building Control Officer to lead on complex Building Control applications, provide technical leadership, and supervise a dedicated team.

This hands-on role blends office-based work with site inspections, ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and public safety, with a minimum two days on-site weekly.

Chartered status or active progression, strong leadership and communication skills are essential to drive service improvements.

Qualifications

• Professional qualifications from a recognised chartered institute in Building Control.
• Minimum Class 2F Registration.
• Chartered status with CIOB, RICS, or CABE.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and plan checking (min 2 days on-site per week).
• Assess Building Control applications in line with accreditation.
• Respond to dangerous structures and ensure public safety.
• Enforce Building Regulations and the Building Act as required.
• Supervise senior and junior surveyors and admin staff.
• Deputise for the Building Control Manager when needed.
• Support implementation of BSR operational standards.
• Contribute to service improvements and procedural changes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical expertise

Education

Chartered status

Class 2F Registration

Job description

The Local Authority is seeking a Principal Building Control Officer to lead on complex Building Control applications, provide technical leadership, and supervise a dedicated team.

This hands-on role blends office-based work with site inspections, ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and public safety, with a minimum two days on-site weekly.

Chartered status or active progression, strong leadership and communication skills are essential to drive service improvements.