Position Overview
Principal Building Control Officer – Lead and supervise building control within the City of London Corporation’s District Surveyor’s Office.
Location: Guildhall
Salary: £74,000 - £82,050 (inclusive of Inner London Weighting and Market Force Supplement).
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:15am – 5:00pm with a 45‑minute unpaid lunch break.
Posting: 08/06/2026 – 22/06/2026; Closing date: 22 June :59.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the building control team, ensuring the viability and standing of the District Surveyor’s Office.
- Deliver world‑class building control services for large, multi‑tenanted, heritage, and cultural projects.
- Collaborate with eminent designers and contractors on a portfolio of multi‑million‑pound office, retail, hotel, and residential developments.
- Maintain professional competence through internal and external training systems.
- Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Regulator and relevant professional bodies.
Qualifications
- Class 3 Registered Building Inspector.
- Experience working in a competitive building control environment.
- Strong technical and professional skills required for the role.
- Commitment to delivering high‑quality services.
Benefits & Packages
- Registration fees covered by the City of London Corporation.
- Two professional memberships (RICS or CABE) plus IFE included.
- Competitive pay and reward practices aligned with the organisation’s equity efforts.
Equal Opportunities
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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