Senior / Building Control Officer

Coventry City; Coventry; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Coventry City Council is seeking a Senior Building Control Officer to enhance their building control services. The role includes providing site inspections, ensuring compliance with regulations, and contributing to the safety of public structures. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, with the potential for career progression and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Guaranteed interviews for specific groups

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience in a Building Regulations environment.
• Validation as a Building Safety Regulator Class 2 (A) Domestic Registered Building Inspector.
• Full BSR accreditation for progression to Grade 9.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and assess compliance with Building Regulations.
• Process and document Building Control applications promptly.
• Provide technical advice on Building Control matters.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Prioritization

Education

ONC, OND, or BTEC in building-related subject

Professional qualification from a Chartered Institution (RIBA, IStruct E, CIOB)

CIOB Public Service Building Control Surveying Diploma

Full membership of RICS or ABEng

Job description

Jobs and careers with Coventry City Council

In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

• Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
• Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
• Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
• Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
• Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
• Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.

About the team we are recruiting to

We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, accepting of all, and free from discrimination and bias.

We are looking to recruit a Senior Building Control Officer to join our team. We seek a positive, experienced, enthusiastic, talented, and driven professional who cares about the development of our great city to join our busy, high-performing, forward-thinking team.

Our team handles a wide range of building control projects, from domestic extensions and conversions to large-scale commercial and public developments. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality, customer-focused, and cost-effective services that ensure building safety and quality. We also collaborate with other departments and agencies to promote sustainable development, energy efficiency, accessibility, and fire safety.

What is the job role?

This is a career progression graded role, with progression depending on your experience and accreditation status with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) and Registered Building Control (RBI).

As a Senior/Building Control Officer, you will contribute to delivering our Building Control service through site inspections, liaising with clients, and assessing developments against Building Regulations, legislation, guidance, and policies.

You will process and assess Building Control applications, ensuring compliance and documenting decisions promptly, depending on your BSR accreditation status.

You will play a key role in public safety by responding to notifications of dangerous structures and ensuring necessary actions are taken.

You will have opportunities to develop and improve the Building Control service, adopting best practices and innovative solutions.

You will serve as a technical advisor on Building Control matters, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards.

Although advertised as full-time, we are flexible and consider part-time or flexible working arrangements.

Who are we looking for?

To succeed, you will need:

• An ONC, OND, or BTEC in a building-related subject; or
• A professional qualification from a Chartered Institution (RIBA, IStruct E, CIOB) with a Building Control specialization; or
• CIOB Public Service Building Control Surveying Diploma, Level 4 or 5; or
• Full membership of RICS or ABEng, or working towards it; or
• At least three years' experience in a Building Regulations environment.
• Validation as a Building Safety Regulator Class 2 (A) Domestic Registered Building Inspector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work under pressure and prioritize.
• A valid driving license and access to a vehicle, as travel across the city is required.

To progress to Grade 9 (£49,764 - £55,623), you must meet all criteria and hold accreditation as a Building Safety Regulator (BSR) Class 2 (B-F) General Registered Building Inspector.

For an informal discussion, contact Kate Rich, Building Control Manager, at 02476 978538 or [e-mail].

Application process: Once you apply, you will be contacted for a series of questions. Your responses will be scored, and successful candidates will be invited for an interview.

This advert will close once sufficient applications are received. We recommend applying promptly.

If you need assistance with your application, visit our accessibility page.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme: We offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups, including Armed Forces members/veterans, those in or previously in care, and individuals with disabilities or long-term health conditions.

For full application details, see the attached 'Coventry City Council Application Process' document. Use of AI in applications will lead to rejection unless justified.

Interview date: 1st July 2025

About Coventry

Coventry is a proud, innovative, and creative city with a history of community-driven social change.

We are dynamic, youthful, vibrant, and diverse. Our 5100 staff are committed to excellence, focusing on customer service, responsibility, teamwork, and innovation to serve our communities effectively.

• Business Unit: Legal & Governance Services
• Location: One Friargate, Coventry, UK (including Northern Ireland)