Building Control/Team Leader Officer Class 3H RBI

Description

Job Purpose

• To assist the Head of Building Control in the following:
• To effectively lead a team of Building Control Officers/Plan Examiners in delivering Building Regulation compliance on submitted applications.
• Provide support to the Building Safety Regulator in discharging their duties.
• Development and implementation of the Council’s policies relating to service delivery.
• Ensuring that an efficient and effective service delivery is maintained.
• Delivery of a sensitive and responsive services to all client groups within the city.
• Enforcement of the Building Act and Building Regulations.

Directly Responsible For:

• Principal Building Control Officers (Site & Assessment)
• General Building Control Officers
• Trainee Building Control Officers
• Apprentice Building Control Officers

Directly Responsible To:

• Building Control Manager

Main Areas of Responsibility:

• To act with the Head of Building Control, other Principal Officers within the team and the Quality & Business Growth Officer at a managerial level to give policy advice to the Council, to consider the divisional and inter-service implications of policy development, to review team needs including training and to ensure overall effective management and co-ordination of the Section, including financial and personnel management.
• To develop and recommend to the Head of Building Control policies, practices, and procedures in respect of the Sections work. To maintain and develop close working relations with other Team Leaders and Sections in the organisation in respect of such proposals. Be responsible to the Building Control Manager for the administration and enforcement of relevant legislation in the implementation of such policies, programmes, practices, and procedures.
• To monitor and report to the Head of Building Control on the progress and performance of the Service against the Building Safety Regulator KPIs/Operational Standard Rules, Section policies, KPIs and quality systems, taking corrective action where necessary. To assist the Building Control Manager to keep under review organisational structures and to ensure that all work is properly undertaken in accordance with standing orders.
• To participate as directed in supporting the Building Safety Regulator in multi-disciplinary teams of buildings defined under S.120D of the Building Act 1984 as amended via the Building Safety Act 2022.
• Implementation/enforcement of sports ground safety legislation and undertaking during performance inspections.
• To assist the Head of Building Control in the implementation/enforcement of the statutory requirements of the Safety at Sports Ground Act 1975 and associated legislation. To participate in during performance inspections including outside of normal working hours attendance at GSAG and SSTG meetings, assistance in the preparation of General Safety Certificates, Special Safety Certificates, SGSA audits and any other function as deemed necessary in relation to crowd/spectator safety.
• To provide detailed Building Control quotes for all building development work types to ensure that the Service maintains a competitive edge in the Building Control Market place.
• To assist the Head of Building Control in the financial planning/monitoring of the Building Control business. Ensuring charges are competitive but equitable, monitor income and debt within their defined geographical area.
• To allocate work to the respective area team in relation to the Service needs, ensuring statutory and service targets are meet for both plan assessment and site inspection elements. Also ensuring the PBCOs and GBCOs are working within their respective competency bands.
• Monitor performance of the team, working closely with the Sections Quality & Business Growth officer and the Technical Support team to ensure applications are processed in line with the Sections KPIs and Building Safety Regulators Operational Standards Rules/KPIs.
• To deputise for the Head of Building Control in the functional areas as required.
• To take a lead role in the procurement, assessment, and enforcement of Building Regulations for major projects for pre-submission, post submission and construction periods until contract completion.
• To plan assess a selected range of applications within the respective competency banding for this role as defined under the Building Safety Regulators Competency framework which are formally submitted for consideration under the current Building Regulations, allied national and local legislation, ensuring statutory time periods are observed.
• To undertake the day-to-day management of a team of professional/competent Building Control Officers, technical officers, and trainees/apprentices, and in particular allocate incoming work according to competency, monitor, and control and advise staff as necessary.
• To provide competent technical expertise and advice for all building work types on site in accordance with the Building Regulations and associated legislation.
• To provide detailed quotes/Service Level Agreements for proposed developments within the city to ensure market share is maintained with the Building Control marketplace.
• To have a detailed knowledge of the Building Regulation fees & charges Regulations and their implementation.
• To supervise and co-ordinate the activities of a team to the achievement of the Council’s and Sections objectives, policies, and duties.
• To assist the Head of Building Control in the development of individual risk assessed site inspection plans based on complexity, robustness of compliance and value based.
• To attend officer and site meetings, public inquiries, courts of law, tribunals, Council meetings, meetings of external agencies and voluntary organisations and to deal with enquiries from the media as a representative of the Head of Building Control.
• To undertake, under the direction of the Head of Building Control, relevant special projects and activities and report thereon.
• To assist the Head of Building Control in the study and reporting on new or proposed legislation, circulations or other matters affecting the function of the section. Establish or revise operational systems, procedures and policies as required.
• To assist the Head of Building Control and Quality & Business Growth Officer in the collation and reporting of Operational Standard Rules/KPIs for the Building Safety Regulator.
• To develop, implement and maintain a quality system of data management and archiving that complies with BS EN ISO 27001:2005 accreditation and audited by an external accreditation body.
• To process enquiries from members of the public Councillors, MP’s and Ombudsman and complaints related to the service and initiate and pursue appropriate action.
• To keep adequate records of enforcement relevant to the Service’s responsibilities and for future reference.
• To supervise and control the demolition of buildings in accordance with relevant legislation, including preparation of specification and approval of method statements.
• The inspection of dangerous structures and taking appropriate enforcement action under relevant legislation for the removal or securing of structures found to be dangerous.
• The inspection of open to access buildings and taking appropriate enforcement action under relevant legislation for the securing of buildings found to be vacant and insecure.
• The preparation work for the service of statutory notices, and summonses to be heard in courts of law, which will include the preparation of reports, specifications, and statements of evidence.
• The receiving and processing of correspondence, plans, specifications, and details relevant to the enforcement mentioned above.
• The participation in an emergency out of hours Building Control service.
• To maintain, support and develop close working relations with other Sections and Service Areas and to attend site as required. Be responsible for the administration and enforcement of relevant legislation in the implementation of council policies, programmes, and procedures.
• To provide advice on legislation, technical matters, guidance and instruction to the public, architects, surveyors, agents, builders, staff within other sections and other Portfolio’s where appropriate.
• To participate in all aspects of training, mentoring, competency, and personal development. Use all learning opportunities to develop personal skills necessary to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and delivery of service in recognition of the Sections business and service targets.
• Maintain registration to a suitable competency banding to ensure that restricted activities/functions commensurate with the role can be undertaken.

Supervision/Management of People

• To directly manage a team of Principal and General Building Control Officers, Trainees/Apprentices in line with the Council’s policies and procedures including disciplinary, recruitment, absence management, employee development, performance management, etc.
• To be responsible for training, mentoring, coaching, and competence of staff to the Building Safety Regulator competency framework including all HR processes relevant to direct reports.
• To ensure the service and staff remain competitive and high achieving in the building control marketplace.

Budgetary/Financial Responsibility

• To assist the Head of Building Control to monitor the performance of the service against the requirements of the Building Safety Regulator in terms of the Operational Standard Rules, service delivery and income/expenditure, ensuring that necessary action is taken as required.
• To be responsible for delivering an excellent building control service that maintains a high level of market share.
• To prepare Building Control quotes/service level agreements for all building work types to ensure the service remains competitive and high achieving in the Building Control marketplace.

Social Value

• To contribute to the delivery of the Council’s Social Value policy by embedding social value into the procurement process and service delivery.
• To ensure that opportunities for apprenticeships, training, and local employment are identified and delivered within the Building Control service.

Physical Demands

• To undertake site inspections on all building work types including high-rise, large scale, complex, dangerous structures, and demolitions, which may involve working at height, in confined spaces, and in all weather conditions.
• To be available to participate in the Building Control out of hours dangerous structures rota, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Corporate Responsibility

• To ensure that the Council’s policies and procedures are adhered to at all times, including those relating to equal opportunities, health and safety, data protection, and customer care.
• To promote the Council’s vision, values, and priorities, and to work collaboratively with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders to deliver excellent services.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Building Control, Building Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS, CABE, CIOB).
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Experience

• Significant experience in Building Control, including plan assessment, site inspection, and enforcement.
• Experience of managing and leading a team of Building Control Officers.
• Experience of working with the Building Safety Regulator and implementing the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022.
• Experience of financial planning, monitoring, and income generation within a Building Control service.
• Experience of working with dangerous structures, demolitions, and sports ground safety.

Skills

• Excellent knowledge of Building Regulations, Building Act, Building Safety Act 2022, and associated legislation.
• Strong leadership, management, and supervisory skills.
• Ability to assess and manage risk effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results to tight deadlines.
• Competent in the use of IT systems and software relevant to Building Control.

Commitment

• To demonstrate a commitment to the Council’s values and behaviours.
• To actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
• To maintain professional competence and registration to a suitable competency banding.
• To participate in training, mentoring, and personal development opportunities.

Other

• To carry out any other duties and responsibilities within the scope and grade of the post as directed by the Head of Building Control.