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Temporary

Building Control Interim Lead

Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Kettering
money-bag £68.16/hour
Posted: 18 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 16 September 2026
Ref: 225504068

Rate: -68.16 per hour PAYE + holiday payHours: 37 hours per weekContract: Initial 3-month assignment - potential to become permanent for the right candidateStart: ASAPIR35: Inside IR35Working Pattern: Minimum 3 days per week onsite / undertaking visits

## The Role

We are recruiting an experienced Building Control Interim Lead to take operational responsibility for the delivery and leadership of a Building Control service across North Northamptonshire.
This is a senior interim appointment with responsibility for Building Control Surveying, Technical and Business Support, ensuring the service meets statutory requirements and Building Safety Regulator standards.

## Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the Building Control service.
  • Provide professional advice on all aspects of Building Control and Building Safety.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory Building Control and Building Safety requirements.
  • Lead implementation of the Building Safety Levy.
  • Maintain quality assurance standards in line with BSR requirements.
  • Lead, motivate and develop Building Control teams.
  • Drive service transformation and continuous improvement.
  • Manage performance, budgets, forecasting and financial targets.
  • Develop strategies to increase market share and income.
  • Manage relationships with senior stakeholders, partners, consultants and contractors.
  • Support wider corporate strategies and priorities.

## Essential Requirements

Applicants should have:

A relevant professional degree, diploma or equivalent in Building Control, Building Surveying, Building Studies, Civil/Structural Engineering or a related discipline.Registered Building Inspector status with the Building Safety Regulator at an appropriate level.Extensive senior-level experience managing Building Control and/or Building Surveying services.Strong knowledge and understanding of Local Government/Public Sector environments.Strong leadership, performance and financial management skills.Experience leading service improvement and organisational change.Strong contract and project management experience.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Membership of a relevant professional body such as RICS, CIOB, CABE, ICE or IStructE, and/or a relevant management qualification, is also sought.

## Working Arrangements

The role is based at Thrapston. Hybrid working is available, but candidates must be able to attend the office and undertake visits across North Northamptonshire for a minimum of three days per week.
A driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.-68\.16 PAYE \| 37 hours \| Inside IR35 \| Initial 3\-month contractThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Building Control Manager, Head of Building Control, Building Control Service Manager or senior Registered Building Inspector looking for a high-level interim assignment.

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