Senior Building Control Surveyor

Solving the great societal challenges of our time is more relevant, demanding and inspiring than ever before. At Sweco we bring together experts with different perspectives and skills to develop solutions that address the challenges of urbanisation, harness the positive power of digitalisation and make societies more sustainable.

Sweco Building Control are the leading Building Control consultancy in England and Wales, providing market‑leading expertise as a Registered Building Control Approver since 1998. We pride ourselves on our quality and technical expertise that underpins our full suite of Building Control services. Our approach is to listen and engage with our clients to anticipate the regulatory issues that will need resolving and work in partnership to deliver a successful project.

We are currently looking for motivated Class 2 and 3 Building Inspectors to join our team. We operate a hybrid model, typically 3 days in the office or on site and 2 days at home, depending on the need for site visits or client meetings.

• Undertake plan checks submitted for Building Regulation approval.
• Undertake site visits, prepare site visit reports, witness tests (a full, valid driving licence is essential).
• Attend client and design team meetings to give professional advice regarding building control work.
• Be familiar with and use the management systems, including complying with the Quality Management system.
• Operate in accordance with the commercial requirements of the projects (costs and programme).

• A qualified and experienced expert with a commitment to excellence.
• A #Difference Maker outlook – we’re transforming society together in everything we do.
• Strong technical knowledge and a creative problem‑solving mindset.
• A proactive approach to client relationships and delivering outstanding service.
• RICS, CABE, CIOB or similar accreditation.

Working for Sweco Building Control you’ll experience an inclusive, friendly and flexible working environment where colleagues are encouraged to grow and develop together. A meaningful career where you’ll help to transform society by being a trusted consultant to our clients.

As the only Building Control body accredited with an ISO 17020, you will work to maintain the highest standards alongside a team of innovators in a variety of projects, with regular training and bite‑sized learning opportunities.

We’re committed to enabling all our colleagues to achieve a great balance between work and their other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, leisure activities, further learning or other interests. We offer flexible and hybrid working to ensure a healthy work/life balance, with an average of three days a week at office or site.

If you believe you have the skill set required, are keen to join a business with genuine opportunities for career progression, then we’d love to hear from you.

• Flexible and hybrid working (Flexworks policy)
• Competitive pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
• Payment of two relevant professional subscriptions
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, your birthday off, long service days and the option to buy up to five additional days per year
• Support through professional accreditation processes with bonuses and salary review on achievement
• Cycle 2 Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (well‑being, mental health, financial and work advice)
• Employee discounts via Sweco Benefit Select (Faircare)
• Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle Scheme
• We plant a tree for all new starters

It’s important to us that all our colleagues thrive at work – we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture that respects the contribution individuals can bring to Sweco. We aim to promote equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone.

Here at Sweco we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant to ensure those who serve or…