Site-Based Building Control Surveyor – Fire Safety

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd is recruiting an experienced Building Control Surveyor to join a busy Building Control team in Leicester. The role involves assessing building plans, conducting site inspections and ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and related legislation.

You will examine plans, perform inspections, handle dangerous structures and enforcement, and provide guidance to architects, engineers, contractors and the public.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience as a Building Control Surveyor.
• Comprehensive knowledge of building construction.
• Strong knowledge of Building Act and Building Regulations.
• Good understanding of Fire Safety legislation.
• Experience inspecting building works and dealing with non-compliance/enforcement.
• Ability to assess plans and provide practical compliance advice.
• Excellent report-writing, communication and record-keeping skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to undertake regular site inspections.

Responsibilities

• Examining deposited building plans to ensure compliance with Building Regulations.
• Carrying out site inspections to assess construction work and identify non-compliance.
• Dealing with dangerous structures and demolition sites, including reporting and action.
• Undertaking enforcement procedures where work does not meet legal requirements.
• Providing advice to architects, engineers, contractors, building owners and the public.
• Working with Fire Services and other construction/regulatory professionals.
• Producing clear inspection reports, letters and maintaining records.
• Supporting fire safety, means of escape, accessibility, energy efficiency and public safety.

Skills

Site inspections

Report writing

Communication

Record keeping

Regulatory compliance

Education

HNC in Building Construction or similar Building Control/Surveying qualification

Job description

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd is recruiting an experienced Building Control Surveyor to join a busy Building Control team in Leicester. The role involves assessing building plans, conducting site inspections and ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and related legislation.

You will examine plans, perform inspections, handle dangerous structures and enforcement, and provide guidance to architects, engineers, contractors and the public.