Contracting Authority: Government Client
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Clearance: DBS

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Significant demonstrable post qualification
experience in the full range of building
control and building issues and enforcement work is essential.
Competency validation min. Class 2
Full membership of the Royal Institution of
Chartered Surveyors, M.B.Eng, MCABE or equivalent or the Association of Building Engineers or working towards full membership.
Working towards Competency Class 2(f)
Hold a recognised qualification in Building Control/surveying .eg ONC HNC degree etc
Specialist knowledge and expertise on design of major projects, especially large commercial and industrial buildings of a complex nature or requiring fire engineering design solutions
Thorough knowledge and understanding of legislation and statutory obligations which affect the provision and delivery of a quality customer focused building control service
Understanding of ISO 9001:2000 Quality Management System
Knowledge and understanding of the business ethics now incumbent in Building Control, and the need to develop partnerships with Architects, developers, builders, etc. and a development team approach
Demonstrate substantial post qualification experience in the building/surveying function
Computer literate with a commitment to the use of GIS and computerised database
Experience of taking forward new initiatives, organising seminars and presentations and of marketing a service to customer
Experience of managing staff
Be an effective and empathetic communicator, able to deal diplomatically with complaints and firmly with developers and builders applicants.
Ability to prepare reports on complex issues in a clear and concise manner
Able to understand and ensure compliance with policies, procedures and statutory regulations
To be customer orientated in the delivery of the Council's Building Control Service
Able to manage and develop staff using a variety of methods
Be computer literate in MS Office with an ability to use GIS and advanced IT systems
Able to contribute effectively to the Council's service plans and objectives
Excellent negotiation skills
Ability to work at senior level with external agencies
Hold a current, full, UK driving licence
Undertake site visits and attend meetings
Be available to work flexibly in respect of the requirements of the Building Control Service, including attending out of hours emergency call outs
Contribute to the ongoing review of performance and procedures
Commitment to the principles of customer care
Committed to the use of GIS within the building control service

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