Building Control Manager (Interim – 6 Months)
Stratford-upon-Avon | Hybrid Working Local Authority | Development Services⏱️ 37 hours per week
Are you an experienced Building Control Manager ready to take on a key leadership role within a forward-thinking local authority? We’re supporting a council in the search for a highly capable Building Control Manager to lead and manage their statutory Building Control function. This is a fantastic opportunity for an established Building Control Manager to drive service excellence, lead high-performing teams, and play a pivotal role in delivering safe, compliant, and customer-focused development across the district.
The Role
As Building Control Manager, you will take full operational responsibility for the Building Control service, overseeing both fee-earning and non-fee-earning functions. You’ll sit on the Senior Leadership Team within Development Services, contributing to strategic direction, service improvement, and organisational performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Building Control Team, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice.
- Oversee key functions including dangerous structures, demolitions, and street naming & numbering.
- Drive performance, service standards, and continuous improvement across the service.
- Provide expert advice to senior stakeholders, elected members, and internal teams.
- Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act and associated regulations.
- Manage budgets, income streams, and resource allocation effectively.
- Champion a customer-focused, high-performance culture.
About You
We’re looking for a proactive and strategic leader with a strong background in Building Control.
Qualifications
- Registration as a Class 4 Technical Manager and Class 2 Building Inspector (minimum 2B-F).
- Chartered membership of a relevant professional body.
- Strong knowledge of Building Control legislation, policy, and practice.
- Proven leadership experience, with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
- Experience delivering service improvements and managing change.
- A track record of managing budgets and driving performance.
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to step into a senior leadership role with real impact.
- Ability to shape and improve a key regulatory service.
- Collaborative working within a multidisciplinary leadership team.
- Influence policy, strategy, and growth across the service.
Additional Information
- 6-month interim contract.
- Site visits required across the district.
- Full UK driving licence required.
- Flexibility for occasional evening/weekend work.
Apply Now
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion with Ben Dreher at Sellick Partnership, Derby.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.
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