Summary: The Interim Building Control Officer role involves ensuring compliance with building regulations and safety standards for various properties. The officer will conduct site inspections, provide technical advice, and manage enforcement actions related to unauthorized work and dangerous structures. This position requires a Class 2 Surveyor with a strong background in construction and building law. The role is based in Bournemouth and offers a hybrid working arrangement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess Building Regulation application construction plans for compliance with the Building Regulations 2010 and associated legislation deciding whether to approve or reject, including examination of initial notices.
• Undertake site inspections of building work under Building Control legislation and in accordance with the Council’s policy guidelines.
• Provide technical advice regarding the practical application of Building Regulations both prior and post receipt of application to building professionals and members of the public face to face, via telephone and email.
• Carry out inspections, prepare reports, record information and serve any necessary legal documents including enforcement action in respect of the following: demolitions, dangerous structures and monitoring planning conditions on request.
• Investigate Unauthorised Work and serve enforcement notices.
• Inspection of and report upon dangerous buildings and structures and take necessary action to arrange for the removal of any danger to the public and cost recovery. Participate in a 24 hour weekly rota.
• Maintain full and accurate records of inspections, discussions and meetings.
• Analysis and registration of Building Notices, including checking and negotiation of fees.

Key Skills:

• Degree or equivalent level qualification in Construction or other building related discipline Essential.
• Professional membership of Association of Building Engineers or Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
• Full Driving Licence.
• Thorough knowledge of construction techniques, the design process and controlling legislation.
• Sound professional knowledge of Building Law and how this is interpreted through technical guidance and application for all types of buildings.
• Working knowledge across a variety of specialist disciplines such as architects, surveyors, electrical/mechanical/structural/geotechnical/fire engineers.
• Knowledge of building materials and industry products/systems.
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety procedures relating to safe working on building sites etc.
• Proven relevant and practical experience in the construction/building industry.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to deal with customers, professionals, members of the public.
• Customer Care skills and ability to deal with confrontational situations.
• Negotiating skills and diplomacy.

Salary (Rate): £44.97

City: BOURNEMOUTH

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other