Principal Building Control Surveyor

North Yorkshire Council; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Are you a highly experienced Building Control professional ready to step into a leadership role? Become our Principal Building Control Surveyor and help shape the future of building control across North Yorkshire!

About Us

North Yorkshire Council is dedicated to providing a modern, flexible building control service that meets the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and design. As part of the North Yorkshire Building Control Partnership (NYBCP), we process Building Regulation applications, manage dangerous structures, and ensure compliance with the Building Act 1984. Join a team that’s committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

The Role

As a Principal Building Control Surveyor, you will lead and oversee complex and high-profile building control projects across North Yorkshire. This senior position requires someone with extensive experience in building control, as you will be responsible for ensuring that developments meet the highest regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Leadership and Operational Management: Lead the building control team to ensure services are delivered efficiently, meeting statutory requirements and performance targets.
2. Management of Complex Projects: Take charge of major and complex building control applications and projects, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
3. Enforcement Action: Lead investigations into dangerous structures and unauthorized works, initiating enforcement actions as needed to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
4. Mentorship and Development: Provide guidance, training, and support to the building control team, helping to develop their skills and maintain high standards of service delivery.
5. Strategic Contributions: Assist with the development and implementation of policies, codes of conduct, and best practices to continuously improve service delivery.

What You Bring

1. Extensive Expertise: Deep knowledge of Building Regulations, construction techniques, and legislation, with experience in handling complex and large-scale projects.
2. Leadership and Decision Making: Ability to lead a team, make critical decisions in high-pressure situations, and guide your colleagues through complex issues.
3. Strong Analytical and Communication Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, report writing, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly to stakeholders.
4. Customer Service Excellence: Proven ability to manage relationships with a wide range of clients and stakeholders, delivering excellent customer service and fostering positive outcomes.

What We Offer You

1. A supportive, professional team environment where you’ll grow your career.
2. Flexibility: We offer hybrid working with the option to work from home and flexible hours, helping you achieve a healthy work-life balance.
3. Training & Development: We’re committed to your growth, offering continuous learning, career progression opportunities, and financial support for additional qualifications.
4. Generous Leave Entitlement: We recognise the importance of family time and well-being, offering generous leave and additional benefits like paid volunteering leave.
5. Comprehensive Pension Scheme: Enjoy the security of a robust pension plan designed for your future.
6. Other Benefits: Take advantage of our employee benefits scheme which includes discounts on shopping, home tech, green car schemes, and more!

If you’re ready to contribute your skills to a thriving service and want to work in one of the most beautiful regions of the UK, then we’d love to hear from you!

For more information, please contact:

1. Robert Harper, Head of Building Control – 01347 820601, [e-mail]
2. Christy McGibbon, Building Control Manager – 01347 820600, [e-mail]
3. Simon Nichol, Building Control Manager – 01347 820600, [e-mail]
4. Darren Sykes, Building Control Manager – 07525 988175, [e-mail]

Key Dates:

1. Closing Date: 20^th April 2025

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.