Senior Building Control Surveyor: Safety & Compliance

Jobsgopublic Limited

Greater London

Hybrid

GBP 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Kensington and Chelsea Council is seeking a Senior Building Control Surveyor to protect residents and ensure Building Regulations compliance across diverse developments in London.

You’ll assess plans, inspect sites, lead enforcement on unsafe works, and provide clear guidance to designers and developers.

The role offers a technical, high-profile workload in a borough known for ambitious projects, with professional development and a strong team culture.

Qualifications

  • Chartered professional registered with RICS, CABE or CIOB.
  • Class 2F or Class 2C Building Inspector qualification.
  • Experience managing residential and commercial developments between 11m and 18m in height.
  • Strong ability to explain complex issues to residents and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a varied portfolio of projects, from residential schemes to commercial sites and landmark cultural institutions.
  • Carry out detailed plan assessments and site inspections to ensure compliance with Building Regulations and the Building Act 1984.
  • Lead on enforcement matters, investigate unauthorised works and dangerous structures.
  • Provide clear, practical advice to architects, contractors and developers, translating regulations into guidance.
  • Support ISO 9001 quality standards and the Building Safety Regulator on Higher-Risk Building projects.

Skills

Building Regulations
Enforcement
Plan assessments
Stakeholder communication

Education

Chartered Building Surveyor (RICS/CABE/CIOB)

Job description

Kensington and Chelsea Council is seeking a Senior Building Control Surveyor to protect residents and ensure Building Regulations compliance across diverse developments in London.

You’ll assess plans, inspect sites, lead enforcement on unsafe works, and provide clear guidance to designers and developers.

The role offers a technical, high-profile workload in a borough known for ambitious projects, with professional development and a strong team culture.

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