Building Control – Team Leader

Building Control – Area Team Leader
4 month contract initially
North West England – Hybrid
Inside IR35 (via umbrella) – Rate £90 per hour

CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place ASAP.

As Principal Building Control Team Leader, you will support a forward-thinking local authority in delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality building control services. This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape service delivery, manage a skilled team, and contribute to the council’s strategic goals around safety, sustainability, and growth.
This is a hybrid role, with a strong emphasis on site-based inspections and stakeholder engagement. The council supports flexible working arrangements, allowing you to operate remotely when not required in the office or on site.
Key Responsibilities as Building Control – Area Team Leader:

• Lead and manage Building Control Officers, trainees, and apprentices across plan assessment and site inspection.
• Support the Head of Building Control in policy development, service planning, and regulatory enforcement.
• Oversee major projects from pre-submission to completion, ensuring robust compliance with Building Regulations.
• Monitor team performance against KPIs and allocate work based on competency levels.
• Provide technical guidance, quotes, and service agreements to maintain market competitiveness.
• Represent the council at public inquiries, stakeholder meetings, and external forums.
• Contribute to financial planning, budget monitoring, and income generation.
• Support the Building Safety Regulator and ensure alignment with Operational Standard Rules.

Your previous experience as Building Control – Area Team Leader:
The ideal candidate will be a qualified and experienced Building Control professional with proven leadership in a local authority setting with a Level 3H qualification.
You’ll bring:

• Strong working knowledge of Building Regulations, enforcement procedures, and safety legislation.
• Experience managing teams and delivering high-quality services across a varied caseload.
• Ability to demonstrate competency to a Specialist Level in all Classes including 3H as defined in the Building Safety Regulators Competency Framework
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, collaborative approach to service improvement and team development.

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please apply below or reach out to d.midgley@baltimoreconsultingltd.com or 0117 313 7110.

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact).

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant.  Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills.  Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.

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