Building Control Surveyor Class 3H

Senior Building Control Surveyor – South West based Local Authority 
£59,059 – £62,669 
37 hours per week
6-month rolling contract (likely extension)

We are currently recruiting for a Building Control Surveyor at Class 3H to join a Council’s Building Regulations & Standards Team on a permanent basis in the South West. This role will play a crucial part in the enforcement of Building Regulations under the Building Safety Act 2022, acting as a Registered Building Inspector and technical lead on complex and high-risk projects across the city.

Responsibilities
Lead on Building Control applications from pre-application stage through to completion, acting as a technical expert and case officer for major developments.
Represent the Council as part of multi-disciplinary teams for the Building Safety Regulator (BSR), particularly on High-Risk Buildings (HRBs).
Interpret legislation, Central Government guidance and Building Control policy, including providing representation at appeals and court proceedings where required.
Drive a collaborative approach between developers, consultants, and council officers to ensure safe, compliant, and buildable designs.
Provide guidance, oversight and informal training to Class 2 Building Control Surveyors, supporting development of internal capacity.
Maintain and apply expert-level knowledge in one or more technical disciplines – structural engineering, fire safety, or general building regulations.
Ensure compliance with corporate procedures, health & safety regulations, and mandatory training requirements.Requirements
Demonstrable experience in Building Control at a senior level, ideally within a Local Authority setting.
Must be a Registered Building Inspector (Class 2 or 3) under the Building Safety Act 2022.
Strong technical knowledge of current building regulations and associated legislation.
Ability to manage complex schemes and provide robust technical advice to internal teams, developers, and the BSR.
Proven ability to represent the council at appeal hearings, tribunals, or court proceedings.
Experience with high-risk and complex buildings preferred.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Relevant professional qualification (MCABE, MCIOB, MRICS, or equivalent) desirable.Contact For more information or to apply, please contact James at Service Care Solutions: (phone number removed) or via email (url removed)