Principal Surveyor

Location: Hammersmith

Principal Surveyor – Building Control (Class 3 Registered Building Inspector)

Location:

London Borough (Hybrid/Agile Working)
Rate: £700 per day

Contract:

Interim / Long-term Assignment
Class 3 Registered Building Inspector | MRICS/ICE/IStruct

E Chartered | Building Safety Act 2022 | Dangerous Structures | Fire Safety & Structural Engineering

Join a dynamic London Borough Building Control team as Principal Surveyor, delivering expert compliance on complex projects including Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs), sports grounds, and emergencies. Provide impartial, accountable services under the Building Act 1984, Building Regulations 2010, London Building Acts, and Building Safety Act 2022 – championing building safety, carbon reduction, and accessibility.

Key Responsibilities

Lead inspections, plan assessments, and compliance strategies for non-standard buildings and HRBs as a Class 3 Registered Building Inspector (BSR-recognised).
Manage Dangerous Structures 24/7 rota, on-site decision-making, cost recovery, and liaison with Fire Service, BSR, and emergency agencies.
Drive fire safety, structural engineering audits, Golden Thread documentation, and enforcement – including court evidence.
Mentor junior surveyors, develop multi-skilled teams, and deputise for Head of Building Control.
Support safety at sports grounds under Green Guide legislation and Gateway reviews.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Valid Class 3 Registered Building Inspector status (BSR).
RICS/ICE/IStruct

E Chartered Membership (MRICS or equivalent).
LABC Level 6 (General Surveyor) or equivalent.
Proven senior experience in Building Control on complex projects from inception to completion.
Expertise in Building Safety Act 2022, Approved Documents, warranties, BIM, and sustainability.
Track record in Dangerous Structures, demolitions, defect diagnosis, and multi-agency crisis response.

What We Offer

Competitive £700/day rate, flexible agile working, and a chance to influence high-profile public safety in a progressive local authority. High emotional intelligence, negotiation skills, and project management proficiency essential for politically sensitive scenarios.

Keywords for your search:
Class 3 Building Inspector, Principal Building Control Surveyor, Chartered Building Surveyor, Building Regulations Compliance, Fire Engineering, HRB Inspections, Dangerous Structures Response.

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