STG Building Control - Managing Surveyor

Local Authority Building Control; Canterbury; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional building control authority in Canterbury is seeking a Managing Surveyor to lead a team in ensuring compliance with building regulations. This full-time role involves site inspections, planning assessments, and supporting enforcement actions. Candidates should have relevant degree qualifications and experience in building control. The authority offers a hybrid working model, balancing office and home working.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a relevant subject such as Building Control, Building Surveying, or Structural Engineering.
• Registered with the Building Safety Regulator at Class 2F: Building Inspector.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of surveyors to ensure service delivery.
• Conduct site inspections and plan assessments.
• Support enforcement actions under the Building Act.
• Maintain a strong performance culture focused on customer satisfaction.

Skills

Building Regulations knowledge

Project management

Team leadership

Customer service excellence

Education

Degree in Building Control, Building Surveying, or related field

Job description

# STG Building Control - Managing SurveyorOur vision is to ensure that buildings in Kent are designed and constructed in accordance with the Building Regulations and associated legislation.The Building Control Team have a strong reputation and can offer a career where you are truly supported to develop your skills and flourish with the support of colleagues. This support and commitment to staff development will ensure you can attain and maintain the competencies needed in the building control profession.We are seeking a motivate and ambition individual who prides themselves on delivering a competitive, efficient and professional building control service to all our clients. You’ll have the opportunity to work on projects throughout the STG area as well as enhancing your management knowledge and skills.We operate a hybrid working model where your working time will be divided between the office/site (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days).STG Building Control Partnership was the first Local Authority Building Control Partnership in the SouthEast between Gravesham Borough Council, Medway Council and Swale Borough Council. Expanding to include Canterbury City Council in 2018. We provide a flexible and modern building control service on behalf of our partner authorities.Responsibilities* As a Managing Surveyor, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring buildings in Kent meet the highest regulatory standards in safety, sustainability, accessibility, and design. Working within a professional and supportive team, you'll be responsible for:* Overseeing a team of surveyors to effectively and efficiently deliver the service.* Conducting site inspections and plan assessments to check compliance with regulations.* Supporting enforcement actions to ensure the council meets its obligations under the Building Act and related legislation.* Maintaining a strong performance culture with a focus on service excellence and customer satisfaction.**What You Bring*** Technical Expertise: A solid understanding of Building Regulations and associated legislation.* Proactive Approach: The ability to prioritise and manage a busy workload with ease.* Collaborative Mindset: A team player who thrives in a professional and supportive environment.* Drive for Excellence: A passion for delivering outstanding service to clients, while maintaining the highest standards.Essential qualifications/skillsEducated to degree level in a relevant subject such as Building Control, Building Surveying, Construction, Structural Engineering and/or be able to demonstrate learning at an equivalent level. Registered with the Building Safety Regulator at Class 2F: Building Inspector as determined by the HSE Building Inspector Competency Framework (BICoF)Working Location: anywhere within the STG area (Gravesham, Medway, Swale & Canterbury)Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent - 37.00 hours per weekRegistration: Class 2FIf you’re ready to contribute your skills to a thriving partnership, then we’d love to hear from you!For more information, please reach out to:Janine Weaver, Director of Partnership – 01634 331600, [e-mail] Hayes, Managing Surveyor – 01634 331134, [e-mail] Please send your CV and covering letter to [e-mail]### Pembrokeshire councilThis is a full time, permanent post.The Role### Cheshire East CouncilWe’re seeking a confident and experienced building control professional to join our team as a Principal Building Control Inspector.Grade PO, SCP 39 – 45 (£56,267 - £65,026) Please note that the Council is offering a Relocation Scheme as part of this role.Full time