Building Control Interim Lead

Rate: £68.16 per hour PAYE  holiday pay

Hours:

37 hours per week

Contract:

Initial 3-month assignment - potential to become permanent for the right candidate Start: ASAP IR35:
Inside IR35 Working Pattern:
Minimum 3 days per week onsite / undertaking visits  

The Role We are recruiting an experienced Building Control Interim Lead to take operational responsibility for the delivery and leadership of a Building Control service across North Northamptonshire. This is a senior interim appointment with responsibility for Building Control Surveying, Technical and Business Support , ensuring the service meets statutory requirements and Building Safety Regulator standards.  

Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Building Control service. Provide professional advice on all aspects of Building Control and Building Safety . Ensure compliance with statutory Building Control and Building Safety requirements. Lead implementation of the Building Safety Levy . Maintain quality assurance standards in line with BSR requirements . Lead, motivate and develop Building Control teams. Drive service transformation and continuous improvement.

Manage performance, budgets, forecasting and financial targets. Develop strategies to increase market share and income. Manage relationships with senior stakeholders, partners, consultants and contractors. Support wider corporate strategies and priorities.  Essential Requirements Applicants should have: A relevant professional degree, diploma or equivalent in Building Control, Building Surveying, Building Studies, Civil/Structural Engineering or a related discipline. Registered Building Inspector status with the Building Safety Regulator at an appropriate level.

Extensive senior-level experience managing Building Control and/or Building Surveying services . Strong knowledge and understanding of Local Government/Public Sector environments. Strong leadership, performance and financial management skills. Experience leading service improvement and organisational change. Strong contract and project management experience. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Membership of a relevant professional body such as RICS, CIOB, CABE, ICE or IStructE , and/or a relevant management qualification, is also sought.  

Working Arrangements The role is based at Thrapston . Hybrid working is available, but candidates must be able to attend the office and undertake visits across North Northamptonshire for a minimum of three days per week . A driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential . Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. £68 16 PAYE   37 hours   Inside IR35   Initial 3 month contract This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Building Control Manager, Head of Building Control, Building Control Service Manager or senior Registered Building Inspector looking for a high-level interim assignment.