Building Control Surveyor - Reed : Job Details

• Hourly Rate: £45–£50
• Location: M60, Manchester

Join our Planning, Licensing & Building Control team within the Growth & Development directorate at the Council. As a Principal General Building Control Inspector, you will lead and deliver complex and specialist building control services across a significant area of responsibility. This role is crucial in providing expert technical consultancy, overseeing major projects, and contributing to strategic and operational objectives.

• Act as a subject matter expert in building control, delivering innovative and compliant technical solutions.
• Lead the design and implementation of frameworks that support effective service delivery.
• Manage and deliver complex work packages to meet legal, strategic, and customer requirements.
• Support the development and review of organisational strategies and ensure performance targets are met.
• Provide operational and strategic input into regulatory inspections and governance processes.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships through effective negotiation and communication.
• Commission work packages internally and externally to ensure comprehensive decision-making.
• Promote and embody the Council’s “Our People” approach.
• Manage assigned resources, including staff, budgets, and other assets, to ensure continuous improvement.
• Participate in rota-based working, including out-of-hours duties as required.
• Demonstrate commitment to personal development and service excellence.
• Champion diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment and service delivery.

• Extensive experience in building control or a related technical field.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and deliver innovative solutions.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage resources effectively and drive performance.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Strong advocacy for equality, diversity, and inclusion.

• Experience in commissioning and managing cross-functional work packages.
• Familiarity with Public Service Reform principles.
• Previous experience in a local authority or public sector environment.