Building Control Officer - Career Grade

Build Your Career in Building Control

Building Control roles from apprentice entry level through to experienced and validated professionals

Are you looking to start, develop or progress your career in Building Control? We are looking for motivated, professional and customer-focused people to join our Building Control service and help make sure buildings are safe, compliant and built to the right standards.

We have opportunities across a range of levels, from apprentices starting from £30,000 through to experienced and validated roles progressing up to around £70,000, depending on knowledge, experience, competence and professional validation. Whether you are new to the profession, working towards validation, or already operating as a Registered Building Control Inspector, we want to hear from you.

About the roles

As part of our Building Control team, you will support the delivery of a high-quality statutory service, helping customers, designers, builders and property owners meet building regulation requirements. You will work on a varied caseload and contribute to safe, sustainable and well-managed development across the city.

Depending on the level of role, duties may include assessing building regulation applications, carrying out site inspections, supporting compliance activity, working with colleagues across development management, and helping the service respond to changes in the Building Safety Regulator framework.

Roles available

• Apprentice Building Control roles — starting from £30,000, ideal for people beginning their career and looking to gain practical experience, training and professional development.
• Building Control Officer roles — salary £50,629 for suitably experienced and validated Class 2A Registered Building Inspectors.
• Senior Building Control roles — for validated and experienced professionals able to manage more complex work, support colleagues and contribute to service improvement.
• Principal Building Control Surveyor roles — salary £69,545 for highly experienced professionals with strong technical knowledge, leadership skills and appropriate validation, including Class 2F or above where required.

What we are looking for

• A genuine interest in Building Control, public safety and high-quality development.
• Good communication skills and the ability to explain technical matters clearly.
• A practical, organised and professional approach to managing work.
• The ability to work well with customers, colleagues, designers, contractors and partner services.
• Relevant qualifications, experience or validation appropriate to the level of role applied for.
• A commitment to continuous learning, professional standards and service improvement.

Why join us?

• Clear career routes from apprentice level through to senior and specialist roles.
• Support to develop your skills, experience and professional validation.
• A varied workload with opportunities to work on different building types and projects.
• A supportive team environment with a focus on learning, quality and continuous improvement.
• The chance to make a real contribution to building safety and public protection.
• Competitive salaries aligned to the level of role, experience and validation.

Salary and progression

Starting salaries begin from £30,000 for apprentice roles, with progression through Building Control Officer, senior and principal roles up to around £70,000. Current advertised salary examples include £50,629 for Building Control Officer roles and £69,545 for Principal Building Control Surveyor roles, subject to appointment level, experience, competence and professional validation.

Current Role - Building Control Officer

About the Role:
This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Building Inspector (Class 2A minimum) to join a growing and ambitious Building Control Service at a time of significant investment and change.

As a Building Control Officer, you will be responsible for assessing applications, undertaking site inspections and providing practical, professional advice to customers and stakeholders. You will work on a varied and interesting portfolio of projects across Nottingham, helping to ensure that buildings are safe, compliant and fit for the people who use them.

You'll be supported by an experienced and collaborative team that values professional judgement, continuous learning and high-quality customer service. Whether inspecting new homes, commercial developments or alterations to existing buildings, your work will have a direct and visible impact on the safety and quality of the built environment.

This role offers excellent opportunities to broaden your experience, maintain and develop your competencies, and work alongside experienced Principal Surveyors and Managers in a service that is committed to investing in its people.

If you are passionate about Building Control, enjoy solving technical challenges and want to be part of a service that places public safety at the heart of everything it does, we'd love to hear from you.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Registered Building Inspector capability at Class 2A level (or working towards/eligible for 2A registration) with sound knowledge of Building Regulations and associated legislation
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical matters clearly to a wide range of stakeholders
• Commitment to excellent customer service and enthusiasm for promoting and developing Building Control services in a competitive environment
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to undertake site inspections and attend meetings as required.

If you are ready to build your career in a profession that makes a real difference, we would welcome your application. Whether you are starting out, returning to the profession, or looking for your next step, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking Building Control service.

For informal enquiries please contact Thomas Ali, Building Control Manager, by email at Thomas.Ali@Nottinghamcity.gov.uk