Job Introduction
Starting salary for this role is £44,075 (pro rata for part-time colleagues)
This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Without exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation. Be part of a forward thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly #BeTheDifference at BCP.
Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point.
Learn more in our ‘More than just a job’ brochure on our careers site.
Role Purpose
To provide technical expertise in the inspection and assessment of construction works against building regulations, to ensure that all construction is in accordance with legislation and regulatory standards. The role will largely undertake the same duties as the Building Control Surveyor, but will be responsible for projects of greater complexity, provide more specialist advice, and operate with less guidance.
Main Responsibilities
- Advise and provide advanced observations on construction, design and safety issues for complex projects at the pre-application stage, in order to provide professional input that will reduce the risk of non-compliance and delays in approvals.
- Examine and assess complex or complicated applications (using information such as submitted construction plans, drawings and specifications), against building regulations to decide if applications are compliant with regulations and can proceed to construction.
- Inspect and survey buildings and building methods, both during construction and upon completion, against well-defined regulations concerning safety, accessibility, and sustainability in order to assess whether construction is in accordance with legislation, standards and best practice, and to identify any potential non-compliance issues.
- Provide specialist advice and advanced solutions to issues identified, based on strong technical knowledge of building regulations and their practical application, so that issues can be corrected and the building works become compliant with necessary standards and regulations.
- Produce reports, grant approvals and issue completion certificates to confirm that construction obligations have been met and certify that the necessary permissions and approvals are in place.
- Investigate unauthorised and non-compliant building works, preparing documents and serving enforcement notices, to ensure that non-compliance can be prosecuted effectively as required.
- Sample and test construction materials to ensure their safety and compliance with regulations, and the appropriateness of their use in the construction.
- Survey potentially dangerous buildings or structures and take action to arrange removal of the danger posed to the public. This will involve approving demolitions and arranging for the recovery of the costs to the council for such works.
- Maintain accurate records of all inspections and associated work so that information is accessible and auditable, and can be used in legal proceedings if required.
- Calculate fees in accordance with defined rates so that the service can invoice customers appropriately.
- Build relationships with customers and assist in marketing the service, to support promotion, growth and reputation of the service.
The Ideal Candidate
- Essential - Minimum Class 2D Registered Building Inspector
- Degree in a construction related discipline or equivalent.
- Membership of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors or Association of Building Engineers.
- Significant experience in the construction industry.
- Experience of building control and enforcement activity.
- Detailed knowledge of building regulations and legislation relating to construction.
- Detailed knowledge of construction techniques, building materials and industry products and systems.
- Ability to plan and manage own case load.
- Ability to influence, persuade, and generate understanding and acceptance based on technical knowledge.
Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
At BCP Council, inclusion is more than a promise – it’s how we work.
We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive.
From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we’ll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need.
It’s why we’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer – and why you can trust that we’ll always do our best to make your experience positive and accessible.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us directly – we’re here to help. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer please see here: Preparing for your interview | Working for BCP
About BCP Council
BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.
Our Benefits
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