Project Manager (Building Control)

About you

We are looking for an experienced Building Control professional who is committed to delivering a high-quality public service and ensuring buildings are safe and compliant.

You will have sound technical knowledge, experience of assessing building regulation applications and undertaking site inspections, together with the ability to provide clear professional advice to applicants, designers and contractors.

You will be a Registered Building Inspector with the ability to work independently while contributing positively to a supportive and professional team.

About the role

You will play a key role in delivering Exeter City Council's statutory Building Control service.

You will assess Building Regulation applications, undertake site inspections, provide technical advice and support compliance with current building legislation. The role involves working with a wide range of stakeholders including homeowners, developers, architects, contractors and other professionals.

You will also contribute to service improvement, knowledge sharing and maintaining the high professional standards expected of a modern Building Control service.

About the team

Exeter City Council's Building Control team provides a professional and customer-focused service supporting safe, sustainable and compliant development across the city.

The team operates in a changing regulatory environment following the introduction of the Building Safety Act and Building Safety Regulator requirements. Our recent audit by the BSR demonstrates that we are committed to maintaining high standards, developing our staff and delivering an effective service.

What next?

If we sound like the right fit for you and you feel like the right fit for us we would welcome your application. Please click on the Apply button at the bottom of this page.

Alternatively if you would like to find out more about the post, the team or working with us at the Council please contact Steve Chapman, Assistant City Development Service Lead (Building Control) at steve.chapman@exeter.gov.uk

We reserve the right to close any vacancy before the closing date if enough applications are received.

Our commitment

At Exeter City Council we are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve.

To support this commitment we will strive to implement reasonable adjustments to support any members of our communities who face barriers in recruitment processes, irrespective of the reason.

We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.