Senior Building Control Surveyor
About this role
Bradford Council - Senior Building Control Surveyor
Organization: Bradford Council / Planning, Transportation & Highways via Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
Location: Britannia House, United Kingdom
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week)
Salary Range: £49,282.00 - £52,413.00 per annum + a market supplement of £5,000 per annum
Application Closing Date: 6 November 2026
Job Introduction
Shape urban growth, ensure public safety, and lead a dynamic team across England's fourth largest metropolitan district as a Senior Building Control Surveyor!
Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Bradford Council to recruit an enthusiastic and qualified Senior Building Control Surveyor to join their growing Building Control team based at Britannia House.
With construction activity on the rise across the district, this rewarding role offers a diverse workload spanning Building Regulations, Dangerous Structures, Safety at Sports Grounds, and the supervision of a small team of surveyors.
About the Role
As a Senior Building Control Surveyor, you will take on a varied, wide-ranging, and challenging caseload while providing technical leadership and mentoring. Key responsibilities include:
Building Regulations & Compliance: Assessing plans and inspecting building works to ensure compliance with national building regulations and legislation.
Specialist Safety Duties: Managing matters related to Dangerous Structures and Safety at Sports Grounds across the district.
Team Supervision: Overseeing, supporting, and guiding a small team of surveyors to maintain high standards of service delivery.
Professional Development: Participating in Bradford Council's heavy investment in staff training, career development structures, and sustainable service growth.
About You
We are looking for an experienced, certified professional who meets the following essential criteria:
Qualifications: A Degree, HNC, HND, or NVQ Level 4 relating to Building Construction, alongside Corporate Membership of a relevant professional institute.
Licensing Requirement: Licensed with the Building Safety Regulator as a Registered Building Inspector (RBI) to Class 2F.
Proven competence in meeting job requirements, with strong technical knowledge, leadership potential, and excellent communication skills.
Why Work for Bradford Council?
Bradford Council offers a supportive, progressive, and rewarding work environment with fantastic employee benefits, including:
Highly competitive salary scale (£49,282 - £52,413 p.a.) plus a £5,000 annual market supplement
Essential car user allowance and flexi-time working arrangements
Generous leave entitlement and Local Government Pension Scheme benefits
Excellent ongoing training, career development, and access to the RESPECT Allyship Programme