Senior Building Control Surveyor: Complex Projects

Peterborough City Council; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Cycle to Work scheme

Car lease scheme

Employee Benefits Platform discounts

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

Peterborough City Council is seeking a Senior Building Control Surveyor to deliver a high-quality service across a wide range of building developments. You will process plans, conduct inspections and ensure compliance with building regulations, health and safety, and related laws.

The role includes managing a caseload, handling enforcement and complex projects, and mentoring junior staff. You will use specialist surveying equipment and digital systems to record inspections, write reports, and

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience with caseload management.
• Experience on higher-risk buildings and complex commercial developments.
• Excellent report writing and inspection record-keeping.
• Membership of CABE, RICS or CIOB is expected.
• Registered with Building Safety Regulator at Class 2.

Responsibilities

• Process building control plans and carry out inspections.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and related legislation.
• Manage own caseload, including enforcement, contraventions, demolitions and dangerous structures.
• Collaborate with teams and partners; mentor junior staff.
• Record inspections and produce clear reports using digital systems.

Skills

Building regulations knowledge

Verbal & written communication

Organised, detail-focused

Negotiation

Mentoring

IT skills

Surveying equipment knowledge

Education

HNC/HND or degree

Professional body membership (CABE/RICS/CIOB)

Tools

GIS platforms

EDRMS

Theodolites

Thermal imaging cameras

Laser measures

Moisture meters

Job description

Peterborough City Council is seeking a Senior Building Control Surveyor to deliver a high-quality service across a wide range of building developments. You will process plans, conduct inspections and ensure compliance with building regulations, health and safety, and related laws.

The role includes managing a caseload, handling enforcement and complex projects, and mentoring junior staff. You will use specialist surveying equipment and digital systems to record inspections, write reports, and