Senior Building Control Officer

Senior Building Control Officer Location: Rochford, Essex Rate: £80.00 per hour (Umbrella) Contract Length: Initial 3 Months Working Pattern: Full Time Office Requirement: 5 Days Per Week On-Site An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Building Control Officer to join Rochford District Council on an initial 3-month contract. Working within a busy Building Control team, you will support the Building Control Manager in delivering a high-quality, customer-focused service whilst ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and associated legislation across a varied portfolio of projects. Key Responsibilities - Assess Building Regulation applications and ensure compliance with current legislation. - Review and approve or reject plans and drawings within statutory timescales. - Carry out site inspections on a range of developments, including complex projects. - Provide technical advice and guidance to customers, developers and stakeholders. - Investigate complaints and breaches of Building Regulations and initiate enforcement action where required. - Prepare reports and evidence for legal proceedings when necessary. - Process Building Control applications efficiently and contribute towards achieving performance targets. - Review and respond to Initial Notices submitted by Registered Building Control Approvers. - Maintain accurate records and ensure all decisions are lawful and compliant. Requirements - Degree or professional qualification in Building Control, Building Surveying or a related discipline. - Registered with the Building Safety Regulator at Class 2 or Class 3. - Significant experience working within a Building Control environment. - Comprehensive knowledge of Building Regulations, Building Act legislation and associated guidance. - Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders. - Ability to manage a busy workload and work to strict deadlines. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Building Control professional to secure a well-paid contract with a Local Authority and make an immediate impact within a supportive team environment. For more information or to apply, please contact Ryan Hamlett at Carrington West