Head of Building Control

Yorkshire / North East / North West

Permanent

£60,000

- £70,000 (DOE)

The Client

Our client one of the leading Approved Inspectors offer building control service which are tailored to client requirements. My client can provide solutions when you want them, where you want them, from design phase to completion

The Role

You will lead the Building Control Division -with coverage across Yorkshire, North East and North West.

You will lead on major commercial and domestic projects and be responsible for the team of RBIs and administrators. You will be responsible for compliance, ensuring policies and procedures are up to date and adhered to.

You will support and build relationships with clients by providing proactive building regulations plan checks and site inspections on a diverse range of projects.

You will work in accordance with company policy and guidelines to ensure a comprehensive customer focused Building Control Service to clients and Businesses following guidance outlined by the BSR

Responsible for the learning and development of direct reports. Leading, coaching and mentoring RBIs and admin team members - supporting their professional development and promoting company culture.

Working closely with the CPO to ensure the recruitment and retention of the required numbers and types of well-motivated, trained and developed staff

Working closely with the COO to ensure the team is delivering against company objectives.

Carrying out internal audits to ensure procedures are compliant with the BSR standards.
 Responsible for ensuring up to date OSRs are in place and adhered to
Identifying opportunities to increase efficiencies and improve processes  

The Person

A fully qualified (Classification 3G/3H and Technical 4), experienced building control surveyor at a senior or principal level with experience dealing with commercial and domestic projects.

Possession of a recognised professional qualification giving membership of an appropriate body (RICS, CABE)

Experience of working in a Building Control office in a senior role

Thorough knowledge of Building Regulations and related legislation

Knowledge and understanding of IT systems

Ability to demonstrate expert building control knowledge in Structural engineering, Fire Safety, Access and facilities for disabled persons and Building Services
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written 
To coach, mentor and develop junior staff
To be able to investigate relevant issues according to experience and knowledge and be able to produce competent written and verbal briefings on complex issues to a variety of audiences 
the ability to carry out site inspections having regard to Corporate and Industry Health and safety policy and guidelines
Previous knowledge and experience of implementing OSRs 
Up to date knowledge of BSR standards and requirements

To a have a full UK driving licence

Benefits

Car Allowance + Mileage

Pension Scheme

Private Health Care + Life Insurance

2 x professional memberships paid

BSR Registration Fees

25 Days Holiday + Bonus Scheme