Building Control Surveyor

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants What does a building control surveyor do? As a building control surveyor, you’ll be responsible for assisting with the planning and construction of various structures. Assisting during the planning and construction phases of a variety of construction projects, from small house extensions to major city developments Responding to emergency calls to check buildings which have been damaged by fire or bad weather Inspecting unsafe buildings and recommending whether they can be repaired or should be demolished Working closely with construction workers on planning proposals Carrying out inspections on site at each stage of the building process Keeping records and issuing completion certificates Suggesting ways to improve the energy use of buildings Starting legal proceedings should work not be in line with regulations. How to become a building control surveyor There are several routes to becoming a building control surveyor. You could complete a university or college course, an apprenticeship, or apply to an employer directly. You should explore these routes to find out which is the right one for you. Although some of these options have certain qualification requirements, many employers are more interested in people who are enthusiastic, willing to learn and can follow instructions. You may need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card to work on a construction site. University To become a building control surveyor, you could study for a foundation degree, higher national diploma (HND), or an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject. Your course would need to be accredited by a professional body, either The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE). Equivalent entry requirements explained Find a university course Funding advice College Equivalent entry requirements explained Find a course near you Funding advice Apprenticeship You could complete a building control surveyor degree apprenticeship to become a building control surveyor. Apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16. As an apprentice, you’ll be fully employed by your company and expected to work a minimum of 30 hours a week. Your time will be split between on-the-job experience and a college or training provider. Guide to apprenticeships Work If you have similar experience from another job in construction such as quantity surveying or site management experience, you could apply directly to a company specialising in building control, or a local authority, to gain onsite experience as a building control surveyor. You might start out as an assistant to a more experienced building control surveyor and progress as your abilities improve. Work experience Find out more about work experience Skills Knowledge of building and construction Good attention to detail Customer service skills Ability to use your initiative Analytical thinking skills Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations Full driving licence Qualifications To become a Building Control Surveyor, you could complete a: Level 6 Building Control Surveyor (Integrated Degree) Several different levels of course at SCQF Level 6 – Level 11 in Building Standards A Technical Apprenticeship Level 9 in Built Environment Design & Contracting Several different levels of courses at Level 3, 4, 5 and 6 to progress through to become fully qualified in building control How much could you earn as a building control surveyor? The expected salary for a building control surveyor varies as you become more experienced. Newly trained building control surveyors can earn from £25,000 Trained building control surveyors with experience can earn up to £73,000* Self-employed building control surveyors set their own pay rates. Salaries depend on location, employer, level of responsibility, any overtime you may do, and whether you have completed and industry recognised training route. Salaries have been collected from multiple industry sources. Seniority level Internship Employment type Part‑time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Construction Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Go Construct by 2x Get notified about new Building Surveyor jobs in Peterborough, England, United Kingdom. Peterborough, England, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr