Senior Building Control Surveyor

Solving the great societal challenges of our time is more relevant, demanding and inspiring than ever before. At Sweco we bring together experts with different perspectives and skills to develop solutions that address the challenges of urbanisation, harness the positive power of digitalisation and make societies more sustainable.

Sweco Building Control is the leading Building Control consultancy in England and Wales, providing market‑leading expertise as a Registered Building Control Approver since 1998. We pride ourselves on our quality and technical expertise that underpins our full suite of Building Control services, and we listen and engage with our clients to anticipate regulatory issues and deliver successful projects.

We are currently looking for motivated Class 2 and 3 Building Inspectors to join our team. We operate a hybrid model which typically involves three days in the office or on site and two days at home, depending on the need for site visits or client meetings.

You will manage a broad and interesting range of projects as a member of a highly motivated team and will have responsibility for:

• Undertaking plan checks submitted for Building Regulation approval.
• Undertaking site visits, preparing site visit reports, witnessing tests (a full, valid driving licence is essential).
• Attending client and design team meetings to give professional advice regarding building control work.
• Being familiar with and using the management systems, including compliance with the Quality Management system.
• Operating in accordance with the commercial requirements of the projects (costs and programme).

• A qualified and experienced expert with a commitment to excellence.
• RBI Registration with solid Building Control experience.
• RICS, CABE, CIOB or similar accreditation.
• A #Difference Maker outlook – we’re transforming society together in everything we do.
• Strong technical knowledge and a creative problem‑solving mindset.
• A proactive approach to client relationships and delivering outstanding service.

Working for Sweco Building Control you’ll experience an inclusive, friendly and flexible working environment where colleagues are encouraged to grow and develop together. You’ll help transform society by being a trusted consultant to clients and maintain the highest standards alongside a team of innovators.

• Flexible and hybrid working (Flexworks policy)
• Competitive pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
• Payment of two relevant professional subscriptions
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, birthday off, long service days and the option to buy up to five additional days per year
• Support through professional accreditation processes with bonuses and salary review on achievement
• Cycle2
  
  Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing, mental health, financial and work advice)
• Employee discounts via Sweco Benefit Select (Faircare)
• Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle Scheme
• We plant a tree for all new starters

It’s important to us that all our colleagues thrive at work – we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects the contribution individuals can bring to Sweco. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity.

We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant to ensure those who serve or have served, and their families, are treated fairly. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Connected employer, and will interview applicants covered by the Equality Act 2010 that opt into the guaranteed interview scheme on the application form and meet the minimum criteria for the role.