Deputy Head of Building Control

Job Details

Client: Barnet Council

Service Area: Planning & Building Control

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Target Start Date: 01 August 2026

Working Pattern: On-site / working location to be discussed at interview

Location

Office Base:

2 Bristol Avenue

Colindale

London

NW9 4EW

Salary

£71,713 per annum

Job Overview

Barnet Council is seeking an experienced Deputy Head of Building Control - Class 3 Specialist to support the strategic leadership and operational management of the Building Control service.

This is a senior technical and leadership role within the Planning & Building Control department. The postholder will help deliver a high-quality, compliant and customer-focused Building Control service, providing specialist technical expertise on complex and high-risk construction projects.

The role requires strong knowledge of Building Regulations, building safety legislation, statutory compliance and risk management. The successful candidate will support service improvement, staff management, technical decision-making, inspections, approvals, enforcement activity and stakeholder engagement.

Important - Please Read Carefully

This role requires senior Building Control experience and the ability to operate as a Class 3 Building Control Specialist.

You must have strong experience dealing with complex or high-risk building control projects, strong knowledge of Building Regulations and building safety legislation, and experience managing or supervising technical Building Control staff.

Candidates without senior Building Control, Class 3 specialist, local authority or regulated building control experience are unlikely to be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the strategic leadership and operational management of the Building Control service
• Act as Deputy Head of Building Control within the Planning & Building Control department
• Provide specialist Class 3 Building Control expertise on complex and high-risk projects
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and relevant statutory requirements
• Oversee assessment of plans, inspections and approvals for building control applications
• Provide technical advice to developers, contractors, architects, surveyors and internal stakeholders
• Support the management, supervision and development of Building Control staff
• Support service improvement, operational planning and performance management
• Monitor service delivery standards, compliance targets and customer satisfaction
• Represent the Council at meetings, hearings, project discussions and stakeholder consultations
• Contribute to policy development, technical standards and implementation of regulatory changes
• Support enforcement activity and resolution of complex compliance issues
• Maintain accurate records, technical reports and statutory documentation
• Promote health and safety, risk management and best practice
• Deputise for the Head of Building Control when required

Essential Experience & Skills

• Registered Class 3 Building Control Specialist, or eligible to operate at this level
• Significant experience within Building Control
• Experience working on complex or high-risk buildings / construction projects
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations
• Strong knowledge of building safety legislation and statutory frameworks
• Experience managing or supervising Building Control teams or technical staff
• Ability to provide expert technical advice on complex building control matters
• Experience within a local authority or regulated Building Control environment
• Strong understanding of compliance, enforcement and risk management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work with developers, contractors, consultants and internal teams
• Strong report writing, analytical and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Commitment to customer service and continuous improvement

Desirable

• Chartered membership of a relevant professional body, such as RICS, CABE, CIOB or equivalent
• Experience contributing to strategic service development or transformation
• Experience working on large-scale or complex urban development projects
• Knowledge of current building safety reform and regulatory change

Additional Information

Working location will be discussed at interview stage.

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