Principal Building Control Surveyor

We are looking for a self-motivated individual with comprehensive experience in the Building Control sector. The ideal candidate will bring their expertise to support the daily operations of our established team and help adapt our services to meet the upcoming changes mandated by the Building Safety Bill.

This role will ideally suit someone who is already experienced operating at a Principal/Team Leader level but applications may be considered from those with experience at Senior/Area Surveyor level looking for career progression to a leadership role.

You’ll become part of a proactive, customer-focused Building Control team that has played a vital role in exciting projects, including our multi-million-pound town center redevelopment, significant healthcare upgrades, and numerous large housing projects across the borough.

Located in Bracknell Forest, a thriving community in the heart of Berkshire and just a short journey from London, you will encounter a diverse mix of residential and commercial challenges that offer rewarding opportunities for professional growth.

Our service emphasises an onsite presence and exceptional customer care, ensuring we are always accessible and flexible in our approach.

Having been recognised as the Council of the Year in 2018, you’ll join a dedicated team committed to collaborating with construction customers to enhance local safety and contribute to the ongoing regeneration of our town, transforming it into a premier shopping destination and creating modern housing solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervise and manage team members and their caseloads on a day-to-day basis
• Assist and promote the education and training of other team members to enhance their skills
• Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Bill through continuous improvement and competence.
• Deputising for the Head of Building Control and Land Charges when required.
• Regularly assess service-related systems and procedures, making necessary updates to align with the latest policies and legal requirements.

 

Our benefits include… 

• Generous annual leave of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ service (pro rata for part time).
• Annual leave purchase policy.
• Opportunities for flexible and agile working, to support our employees’ work-life balance.
• An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks including sports and social clubs.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
• Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
• Local government pension scheme.
• Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).
• A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees’ health and wellbeing.
• Staff dental and health plans.
• Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.
• Supermarket discount.

Interview date 

Interviews will be held on Friday 29^th November 2024 

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.

Want to ask us a question? 

For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:

Barry Flavin, Head of Building Control and Land Charges: Phone Number: 01344 354100

 

At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.

 

We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.

Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.

 

No agencies please.