Daniel Owen Ltd
Deputy Head of Building Control (Social Housing) Location: London Salary: 70,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Sector: Local Government / Social Housing We are currently recruiting for an experienced Deputy Head of Building Control to join a forward-thinking local government organisation responsible for managing and maintaining a substantial social housing portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior building control professional seeking a leadership role with responsibility for ensuring regulatory compliance, building safety, and service excellence across a diverse range of residential assets. Reporting directly to the Head of Building Control, you will play a key role in leading operational delivery, managing technical teams, and supporting strategic initiatives relating to building safety and compliance. The Role As Deputy Head of Building Control, you will provide technical leadership and operational oversight across building control functions, ensuring compliance with current legislation, Building Regulations, and emerging building safety requirements. You will support the management of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and service improvements that enhance resident safety and organisational performance. The successful candidate will act as a senior technical advisor, overseeing complex building control matters, supporting high-risk building projects, and ensuring that statutory obligations are met across the housing portfolio. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Building Control in the strategic and operational management of the service. Lead and manage Building Control Surveyors and technical officers, providing guidance, mentoring, and performance management. Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Building Safety legislation, and associated statutory requirements. Review and assess complex building control applications, plans, and specifications. Provide expert technical advice on residential construction, refurbishment, fire safety, structural alterations, and compliance matters. Oversee inspections of housing developments, regeneration schemes, and major capital projects. Monitor service performance, quality standards, and regulatory compliance. Contribute to the management of building safety risks within residential properties, including higher-risk buildings. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments, contractors, developers, consultants, and regulatory bodies. Support service transformation, continuous improvement initiatives, and implementation of best practice. Assist with budget management, resource planning, and workforce development. Represent the service at internal and external meetings when required. Candidate Requirements Significant experience within Building Control, ideally gained within local government, social housing, or a related regulatory environment. Strong working knowledge of Building Regulations, Building Safety legislation, and relevant construction standards. Experience managing technical teams and delivering high-quality regulatory services. Demonstrable expertise in residential construction, refurbishment, and compliance-related projects. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills. Ability to interpret and apply complex legislation and technical guidance. Membership of a relevant professional body such as CABE, RICS, CIOB, or equivalent is desirable. Registered Building Inspector status or eligibility would be advantageous. What's on Offer Permanent position with a salary of 70,000 per annum. Opportunity to work within a large and diverse social housing environment. Excellent pension scheme and local government benefits package. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Career progression opportunities within a growing and evolving service. The chance to play a key role in improving building safety and housing standards for residents. If you are an experienced Building Control professional looking to take the next step in your career within a leadership position, we would welcome your application.
Deputy Head of Building Control (Social Housing) Location: London Salary: 70,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Sector: Local Government / Social Housing We are currently recruiting for an experienced Deputy Head of Building Control to join a forward-thinking local government organisation responsible for managing and maintaining a substantial social housing portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior building control professional seeking a leadership role with responsibility for ensuring regulatory compliance, building safety, and service excellence across a diverse range of residential assets. Reporting directly to the Head of Building Control, you will play a key role in leading operational delivery, managing technical teams, and supporting strategic initiatives relating to building safety and compliance. The Role As Deputy Head of Building Control, you will provide technical leadership and operational oversight across building control functions, ensuring compliance with current legislation, Building Regulations, and emerging building safety requirements. You will support the management of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and service improvements that enhance resident safety and organisational performance. The successful candidate will act as a senior technical advisor, overseeing complex building control matters, supporting high-risk building projects, and ensuring that statutory obligations are met across the housing portfolio. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Building Control in the strategic and operational management of the service. Lead and manage Building Control Surveyors and technical officers, providing guidance, mentoring, and performance management. Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Building Safety legislation, and associated statutory requirements. Review and assess complex building control applications, plans, and specifications. Provide expert technical advice on residential construction, refurbishment, fire safety, structural alterations, and compliance matters. Oversee inspections of housing developments, regeneration schemes, and major capital projects. Monitor service performance, quality standards, and regulatory compliance. Contribute to the management of building safety risks within residential properties, including higher-risk buildings. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments, contractors, developers, consultants, and regulatory bodies. Support service transformation, continuous improvement initiatives, and implementation of best practice. Assist with budget management, resource planning, and workforce development. Represent the service at internal and external meetings when required. Candidate Requirements Significant experience within Building Control, ideally gained within local government, social housing, or a related regulatory environment. Strong working knowledge of Building Regulations, Building Safety legislation, and relevant construction standards. Experience managing technical teams and delivering high-quality regulatory services. Demonstrable expertise in residential construction, refurbishment, and compliance-related projects. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills. Ability to interpret and apply complex legislation and technical guidance. Membership of a relevant professional body such as CABE, RICS, CIOB, or equivalent is desirable. Registered Building Inspector status or eligibility would be advantageous. What's on Offer Permanent position with a salary of 70,000 per annum. Opportunity to work within a large and diverse social housing environment. Excellent pension scheme and local government benefits package. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Career progression opportunities within a growing and evolving service. The chance to play a key role in improving building safety and housing standards for residents. If you are an experienced Building Control professional looking to take the next step in your career within a leadership position, we would welcome your application.
LinsCare
Building Control Team Manager Colindale, London 71,713 per annum (Permanent Role) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Class 3 Registered Building Inspector to join a leading local authority as a Building Control Team Manager based in Colindale, London. This senior leadership role offers the chance to manage a team of Building Control professionals while acting as the technical lead on complex and high-risk developments, including Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs). You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with building safety legislation, driving service excellence, and supporting the development of a high-performing team. Key Responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop a team of Building Inspectors, Specialist Building Inspectors, and Trainee Building Inspectors. Act as the technical lead for complex and high-risk building projects. Assess plans, conduct site inspections, and make compliance decisions under the Building Act 1984 and Building Regulations 2010. Deputise for the Head of Building Control when required. Lead the service's relationship with the Building Safety Regulator and regional building safety partners. Oversee enforcement activities, dangerous structures, demolition notices, and regulatory compliance matters. Support continuous improvement, quality assurance, and service performance initiatives. Mentor and develop staff to promote professional growth and technical excellence. Requirements: Class 3 Registered Building Inspector status. Degree or equivalent qualification in Building Control, Building Surveying, Construction, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline. Chartered membership of RICS, CABE, CIOB, or an equivalent professional body. Strong knowledge of the Building Act 1984, Building Safety Act 2022, and Building Regulations 2010. Proven experience leading teams and managing complex Building Control projects. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills. What's on Offer: Salary of 71,713 per annum. Opportunity to lead a highly skilled Building Control team. Exposure to complex and high-profile development projects. Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. Excellent benefits package and supportive working environment. If you are an experienced Building Control professional looking to take the next step in your leadership career, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Natasha Haddon for more information.
Building Control Team Manager Colindale, London 71,713 per annum (Permanent Role) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Class 3 Registered Building Inspector to join a leading local authority as a Building Control Team Manager based in Colindale, London. This senior leadership role offers the chance to manage a team of Building Control professionals while acting as the technical lead on complex and high-risk developments, including Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs). You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with building safety legislation, driving service excellence, and supporting the development of a high-performing team. Key Responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop a team of Building Inspectors, Specialist Building Inspectors, and Trainee Building Inspectors. Act as the technical lead for complex and high-risk building projects. Assess plans, conduct site inspections, and make compliance decisions under the Building Act 1984 and Building Regulations 2010. Deputise for the Head of Building Control when required. Lead the service's relationship with the Building Safety Regulator and regional building safety partners. Oversee enforcement activities, dangerous structures, demolition notices, and regulatory compliance matters. Support continuous improvement, quality assurance, and service performance initiatives. Mentor and develop staff to promote professional growth and technical excellence. Requirements: Class 3 Registered Building Inspector status. Degree or equivalent qualification in Building Control, Building Surveying, Construction, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline. Chartered membership of RICS, CABE, CIOB, or an equivalent professional body. Strong knowledge of the Building Act 1984, Building Safety Act 2022, and Building Regulations 2010. Proven experience leading teams and managing complex Building Control projects. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills. What's on Offer: Salary of 71,713 per annum. Opportunity to lead a highly skilled Building Control team. Exposure to complex and high-profile development projects. Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. Excellent benefits package and supportive working environment. If you are an experienced Building Control professional looking to take the next step in your leadership career, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Natasha Haddon for more information.
