Senior Building Control Surveyor

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead seeks an experienced Building Inspector to regulate and inspect building projects, ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Registered Building Inspector status, strong communication skills, and experience in local authority building control. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive employee benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

32 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Registered Building Inspector status (or application in progress) for Class 2A–F.
• Proven experience managing a caseload of Class 2A buildings.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and regulate all building types up to 18 m high.
• Review plans and applications for compliance with Building Regulations.
• Mentor trainees and build strong stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Registered Building Inspector status

Experience in local authority Building Control

Job description

About the role

Grade 9, £48,602-£53,120 per annum (up to £58,286 for exceptional candidates) + £3,000 p/a market supplement (pro-rata where part time)

Why Join Us?

At RBWM, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking and dynamic team committed to building a sustainable borough of opportunity and innovation. We nurture engagement, empowerment, and wellbeing, creating the perfect environment for you to flourish professionally.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Inspecting and regulating all building types (domestic and commercial) up to 18 m high.
• Reviewing plans and applications for compliance with Building Regulations.
• Investigating unauthorised works and dangerous structures—and taking decisive action where required.
• Mentoring trainees, including accompanying them on site visits, helping them develop the skills and confidence to excel.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders, including councillors, agents, developers, and the public.
• Staying up to date with legislation to ensure our service remains trusted and proactive.

About You:

We’re seeking a team player who contributes to a positive and inclusive culture. You should also bring:

• Registered Building Inspector status (or with an application in progress) for Class 2A–F.
• Proven experience in local authority Building Control, managing a caseload of Class 2A buildings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the confidence to make sound, pragmatic decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Our Employee Benefits:

RBWM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance. These include:

Our benefits include:

• Range of full, part time and flexible working options.
• 32 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
• A range of employee benefits schemes giving discounts and savings with supermarkets and other retailers.
• Microsoft Home User discount.
• Dell Advantage – savings on Dell products.
• Eyecare voucher scheme.
• Employee assistance programme offering advice, information and counselling support.
• In-house Wellbeing Advocates.
• Free digital services including eBooks, audio books, films and music via our library services team.
• Give as you earn scheme.
• Free parking.

Learn more about all of our employee benefits on our website:RBWM Our Employee Benefits

What We Offer

• A workplace where your input is valued—and your development is actively supported.
• Engagement with varied and challenging projects that make a real difference to our borough.
• A role where no two days are the same—and your contribution has visible impact.

For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Brian Gallagher [e-mail] call 07716 098175

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