Principal / Senior Building Control Surveyor (Registered Building Inspector)

Principal/Senior Building Control Surveyor Registered Building Inspector (RBI)

Interim / Temporary | London | Hybrid (3 days on site, 2 remote) | Ongoing
£575–£725 per day, depending on RBI registration and experience

A London local authority is seeking an experienced Registered Building Inspector to join its Building Control team as a Principal or Senior Building Control Surveyor.

You will manage a varied caseload of residential, commercial, regeneration and public-sector projects, providing expert technical advice and ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, the Building Act and Building Safety Act requirements. This is a senior, autonomous role with the opportunity to influence service improvement, support Building Safety Regulator requirements and mentor the wider team.

What you’ll do
Assess Building Regulation applications, plans and technical submissions.

Carry out site inspections across a diverse range of building types.

Manage projects appropriate to your RBI registration level and competency.

Provide clear, practical compliance and technical advice.

Support statutory Building Control functions and BSR requirements.

Mentor Building Control Officers, trainees and apprentices.

Work collaboratively with developers, architects, consultants and internal Council teams.

Contribute to service improvement and modernisation initiatives.

What we need
Registered Building Inspector — minimum Class 2A, 2B or 2D.

Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, the Building Act, Building Safety Act and related legislation.

Significant experience in plan checking, Building Regulation assessments, site inspections and compliance reviews.

Excellent communication, stakeholder management and customer-focus skills.

Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.

Desirable
RBI Class 2E or 2F registration.

Chartered membership of CABE, CIOB, RICS or equivalent.

Local Authority or Approved Inspector experience.

Experience with Higher-Risk Buildings, complex projects or Modern Methods of Construction.

Experience mentoring junior surveyors.

Rate
Class 2A / 2B / 2D: Up to £575 per day

Class 2E / 2F: Up to £725 per day

Rates depend on registration level, qualifications, experience and suitability.

Class 2E and Class 2F Registered Building Inspectors are particularly encouraged to apply.

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