Deputy Head of Building Control
London Local Authority
Salary Range: £72,000 – £82,000
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Deputy Head of Building Control to support the leadership and operational management of a busy local authority Building Control service in London.
Working closely with the Head of Building Control, you will help oversee a team of Building Inspectors and technical officers, ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, the Building Safety Act 2022, and associated legislation. The role will involve managing complex and high-profile developments, supporting service improvement, maintaining performance standards, and building strong relationships with developers, residents, and partner organisations.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a senior role in delivering a modern, customer-focused, and safety-led Building Control service.
About You
You will be an experienced Building Control professional with strong technical knowledge and leadership capability, ideally gained within a local authority environment.
You should hold Class 3 Registered Building Inspector status (or equivalent) and have experience managing complex building projects and supervising professional teams. You will be confident interpreting legislation, making sound regulatory decisions, and working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.
Strong communication, organisational, and people management skills are essential, together with a commitment to service excellence and public safety.
