Head of Building Control

Job introduction

Job title: Head of Building Control

A bit about us:

Liverpool is a city on the move, and we’re looking for a Head of Building Control who wants to be at the heart of it.

With major international events on the horizon, including the Tour de France Grand Départ in 2027 and the UEFA EURO 2028, Liverpool is preparing for one of the most exciting periods in its recent history. Our skyline is evolving, our communities are growing, and our Building Control service plays a central role in shaping a safe, high‑quality built environment for a world‑class city.

As Head of Building Control you will play a central role in delivering safe, compliant and high‑quality development across Liverpool. This is a role with real breadth, responsibility and influence.

The role:

• Leading on-site supervision of major construction schemes across the city
• Managing and developing a multidisciplinary team of Registered Building Inspectors, trainees and structural engineers
• Managing the service, shaping policy and leading on the service for local, regional and international events and meetings
• Managing the implementation and enforcement of the Safety at Sports Grounds Act, covering all three major football stadiums within the Liverpool boundary
• Working to increase the market share for Building Control and prepare competitive fee proposals
• Representing Liverpool City Council as a senior technical expert during a period of major citywide investment and regeneration

Our offer to you:

• At least 31 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days
• Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception
• Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme
• Progression - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
• Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
• Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
• Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Employee Volunteering Scheme
• Medicash

Next steps:
Closing date: Midnight on Tuesday 21st July 2026
Shortlisting date: W/C Monday 27th July 2026
Interview date: W/C 10th August 2026
Interview type: Face to face competency-based questions

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Once the role has closed, you will not be able to submit an application, and we are unable to reopen the vacancy for you to complete it. We strongly recommend submitting your application well in advance of the closing date to avoid disappointment.

If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Philip Smith at philip.smith1@liverpool.gov.uk

Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.

Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk.

Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.

Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process. All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship. Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.

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