Principal / Senior Building Control Surveyor (Registered Building Inspector)
Location: West London
Pay Rate: £575-£725 per day (Depending on Experience)
Contract: 3 months ongoing
Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days onsite/in the borough, 2 days remote
Employment Type: Temporary / Contract
Key Responsibilities
- Assess Building Regulation applications, drawings, plans and technical submissions.
- Carry out site inspections across residential, commercial and public-sector developments.
- Manage a varied caseload of Building Control applications and inspections.
- Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, the Building Act, Building Safety Act and associated legislation.
- Provide technical advice to developers, architects, contractors and internal stakeholders.
- Support statutory Building Control functions and Building Safety Regulator requirements.
- Review technical compliance issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior surveyors and trainees.
- Work closely with Planning, Housing, Highways and Regeneration teams.
- Support service improvements and maintain accurate inspection and compliance records.
Essential Requirements
- Must be a Registered Building Inspector (RBI) with a minimum registration of Class 2A, 2B or 2D.
- Significant experience working as a Building Control Surveyor, Senior Building Control Surveyor or Principal Building Control Surveyor.
- Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, the Building Act and Building Safety Act.
- Proven experience in plan checking, Building Regulation assessments and site inspections.
- Ability to manage a complex caseload independently.
- Excellent technical knowledge, communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to provide clear advice on Building Control compliance matters.
- Must be able to attend site inspections and work within the borough approximately 3 days per week.
Desirable Experience
- RBI registration at Class 2E or 2F.
- Chartered membership of CABE, CIOB, RICS or an equivalent professional body.
- Previous Local Authority Building Control experience.
- Experience working on higher-risk buildings or complex developments.
- Experience mentoring junior surveyors or supporting team development.
- Knowledge of modern methods of construction and emerging building safety requirements.
Working ArrangementsThe role offers hybrid working, with approximately 3 days per week in the borough for site inspections and office attendance, and 2 days working remotely for plan checking, reporting and administrative duties.
If you are an experienced Registered Building Inspector and meet the above requirements, please apply with your most up-to-date CV, confirming your RBI registration class and availability.
Please note: Due to high demand, this vacancy may close at short notice. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by phone or email.