Building Control Surveyor

Building Control Surveyor Location: Priory House, Monks Walk, Chicksands, Shefford, SG17 5TQ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 5 Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 42.50 per hour Job Ref: OR8551 Responsibilities Deliver Building Control and Building Regulation duties, ensuring compliance through advice and enforcement at scheme appraisal and determination, as well as site inspection during the construction phase. Oversee the Council's statutory and non-statutory functions as a Local Building Control Authority, including the creation of policies, guidance, and the processing and support of building regulation applications. Manage Building Control projects from conception to completion, negotiating complex technical solutions. Act as an expert witness for the Council in respect of enforcement of building regulations. Commission the use of structural and fire safety specialists on complex projects. Support less senior officers and administrators in their roles. Person Specification Must be a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors or the Chartered Association of Building Engineers. Ability to work independently and manage projects with minimal supervision. Strong communication skills to interact with various stakeholders, including other Council services, residents, businesses, and government bodies. Flexibility in work hours to meet business needs, with a standard work pattern from Monday to Friday. Willingness to travel regularly as part of the role. Prepared to handle the risk of verbal abuse and physical assault, with the ability to work alone effectively. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed

Location: SG17 5TQ, GB

Posted Date: 7/14/2025