Building Control Manager

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About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Building Control Manager to lead our Building Control Team to help ensure construction work comply with the Building Regulations.

In this role, you will lead and manage the delivery and performance of the Building Control, Local Land Charges and street naming services, supporting the delivery homes and economic development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with Building Act, Building Safety Act, CDM regulations, HSE Safety Management systems, Building Safety Regulator requirements (including the Operational Standard Rules) and all other legislative and regulatory requirements in relation to building control.
• Provide expert technical and regulatory advice to stakeholders in relation to building control.
• Own, review and keep up to date building control policy, procedure and process
• Build operational capability by providing coaching, training, and mentoring to staff, whilst ensuring they operate on restricted functions wholly within the remit of their registration with the Building Safety Regulator
• Reward and recognising good performance and values led behaviours
• Create an inclusive team environment that supports wellbeing, innovation, and growth.

Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

Work Style

At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more or less frequently, this can be negotiated.

This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

• 2-3 days in the office (subject to business needs)
• Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
• Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.

About You

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about Building Control and public safety, and who possesses the following skills and experience:

Essential Criteria:

• Registered with Building Safety Regulator at class 2, A to F and class 3 G to H.
• Expert understanding of building control legislation .
• Planning resourcing and measure performance of a time bound statutory service.
• Excellent customer service, communication and issues management skills.

Desirable Criteria:

• Leadership and Management qualification (Chartered Institute of Management or similar).
• Registered with Building Safety Regulator class 4.

What We Offer

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension
• Opportunities for professional development
• Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
• Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet .

How to Apply

If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact Information

For further information about the role, please contact Jason Beale, Head of Planning, at Jason.beale@n-somerset.gov.uk or 01934 426011.

Important Information

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Interview Date: Friday 21 March 2025.

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.

Equal Opportunities

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.