Job Details

Principal / Senior Building Control Surveyor (Registered Building Inspector)
Location: Hammersmith & Fulham, London
Rate: -575 - -725 per day (DOE)
Contract: Interim / Temporary
Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days in borough, 2 days remote)
Duration: Ongoing
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n exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Building Inspector (RBI) to join the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham as a Principal or Senior Building Control Surveyor.
Working within a highly regarded Building Control team, you will manage a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, regeneration and public-sector developments. This role offers the opportunity to take on significant technical responsibility while contributing to the delivery of a high-quality Building Control service across one of London's most dynamic boroughs.
You will also play a key role in supporting service improvement, mentoring colleagues and helping shape the future of Building Control within the evolving Building Safety Regulator framework.

Key Responsibilities

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  Assess Building Regulation applications, plans and technical submissions.
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  Undertake site inspections across a wide variety of building types.
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  Manage projects appropriate to your RBI registration level and competency.
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  Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, the Building Act and associated legislation.
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  Provide clear, practical and professional technical advice to stakeholders.
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  Support Building Safety Regulator requirements and statutory Building Control functions.
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  Act as a senior technical resource within the Building Control team.
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  Mentor and support Building Control Officers, trainees and apprentices.
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  Build strong working relationships with developers, architects, consultants and contractors.
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  Contribute to service improvement and modernisation initiatives.
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  Work collaboratively with Planning, Housing, Highways and Regeneration teams.
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  Maintain ongoing professional competence and RBI registration requirements.

Requirements

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  Registered Building Inspector (RBI).
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  Registered at one of the following levels:
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    Class 2A
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    Class 2B
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    Class 2D
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  Strong knowledge of:
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    Building Regulations
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    Building Act legislation
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    Building Safety Act requirements
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    Associated Building Control legislation
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  Significant experience undertaking:
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    Plan checking
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    Building Regulation assessments
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    Site inspections
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    Technical compliance reviews
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  Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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  Ability to manage a varied and autonomous workload.
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  Customer-focused approach to service delivery.
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  Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Desirable

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  RBI Class 2E or 2F registration.
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  Chartered membership of CABE, CIOB, RICS or equivalent professional body.
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  Local Authority Building Control experience.
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  Experience working on Higher-Risk Buildings and technically complex projects.
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  Experience mentoring junior surveyors and supporting career development.
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  Knowledge of:
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    Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs)
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    Modern Methods of Construction (MMC)
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    Emerging Building Safety legislation and guidance

Working Arrangements
The Council operates a flexible hybrid working model. The successful candidate will be expected to:

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  Spend approximately three days per week within the borough undertaking site inspections and attending the office as required.
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  Carry out plan checking, report writing and administrative duties remotely where appropriate.

Apply Now
If you are an experienced Registered Building Inspector seeking a high-profile interim opportunity within a forward-thinking London local authority, we'd like to hear from you.