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Osborne Richardson are working with two dynamic London boroughs which are looking for an exceptional Building Control specialist to act as the Head of Service Manager, and lead two distinct teams, managing diverse challenges from historic buildings to cutting-edge developments
You'll manage separate budgets and strategies for each borough, maximising efficiency and innovation. This position provides an unparalleled chance to develop your career by working across two boroughs, significantly enhancing your CV with broad and varied experience. As a key leader in the region, you'll have the opportunity to influence building control policies and practices across London and beyond. You'll also take charge of safety advisory groups for major sports grounds and events, ensuring public safety at some of the capital's most prominent venues.
The two boroughs operate as separate entities with distinct budgets, you'll have the opportunity to foster collaboration in areas such as technical support, dangerous structures out-of-hours rota, and staff training. This dual-borough responsibility offers a unique perspective on the diverse building control landscape in London, from small domestic projects to large-scale urban regeneration.
Our client is looking for a leader who will bring extensive experience in Building Control, with a proven track record of leadership in a complex urban environment. You should possess strong technical knowledge of building regulations, fire safety, and emerging construction technologies.
You must have excellent stakeholder management skills and be able to work closely with elected members, developers, and residents. You should have a strategic mindset, driving service improvements and financial sustainability across both boroughs. You need to be registered to Class 4 with the Building Safety Regulator.
The rate offered is £900/day and this role is outside IR35. The contract will initially be offered for 6 months and our client offers a hybrid working arrangement.
Our client is interested in receiving applications from people from both the public and private sector.
Please get in touch for further details. Our client will review CV’s and arrange discussions with applicants at short notice.