Building Control Officer/Manager - Octave Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Location: Liverpool City Council

Hours: 35 hours per week

Contract: 4 months

Pay: £75.00 per hour (via umbrella)

• Lead and manage a team of Building Control Officers and Plan Examiners to ensure Building Regulation compliance.
• Provide technical and operational support to the Building Safety Regulator.
• Oversee implementation and monitoring of council policies, performance metrics, and service delivery standards.
• Ensure compliance with the Building Act, Building Safety Act 2022, and associated legislation.
• Engage in inspections, including high-risk and major developments, dangerous structures, and sports ground safety enforcement.
• Represent the council in court, inquiries, and public meetings as required.
• Lead policy development and strategic planning in collaboration with the Head of Building Control.
• Monitor team performance, competency levels, and resource allocation.
• Oversee quote preparation, service level agreements, and financial monitoring for building projects.

• An experienced Building Control professional with proven leadership ability.
• Strong knowledge of the Building Regulations, safety legislation, and enforcement practices.
• Experience liaising with multi-disciplinary teams, regulators, and key stakeholders.
• Ability to manage inspections, enforcement, complex submissions, and emergency responses.
• Registered at an appropriate competency banding under the Building Safety Regulator framework.

• Principal Building Control Officers (Site & Assessment)
• General Building Control Officers
• Trainee and Apprentice Building Control Officers

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the safety, sustainability, and growth of Liverpool’s built environment. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.