Trainee Building Control Surveyor

Job role: Trainee Building Control Surveyor

Salary: £27,900 + Up to 6% performance bonus

Working location: Home Based

Employment type: Full time, Permanent

This is an exciting opportunity for a cohort of 6 to join our Trainee Building Surveyor Apprenticeship.

At NHBC we are proud to be unique. No other organisation in our sector combines the variety of services and scale that we offer. As the market leader, our name is synonymous with new home warranty and insurance. Our people are driven by our core purpose to raise standards in housebuilding and protect homeowners

What you’ll be doing:

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Trainee Building Surveyor Apprenticeship programme with six available placements.

The successful candidates will be working towards funded four-year training and development programme on a permanent basis with NHBC. Between our training Academy and a University partner, you will obtain a degree qualification and be recognised as having a Chartership.  Following the successful completion, you’ll have a permanent career at NHBC as a Chartered Building Surveyor.

Our programme will provide all the necessary tools and resources for your learning and development, you’ll also be assigned a mentor that will share their wealth of knowledge and experience to support you. Training will be split between the NHBC Academy, on the job training with an experienced peer group, online remote learning,

and one day University attendance facilitating the Apprenticeship course.

Learning via NHBC Academy has been designed to provide industry leading training, you will obtain the highest competency skills in NHBC Standards and Building regulations. In support of your career development and learning, you will meet key milestones to demonstrate your understanding, skills and knowledge. In the role of a Trainee Building Surveyor, you’ll assist internal & external customers by implementing your technical knowledge, NHBC Standards and Building Regulations.

Job summary:

Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to retain and support customers by applying technical knowledge of NHBC Standards and Building Regulations. Contribute to the efficient delivery of services in line with Service Level Agreements and procedures, ensuring compliance with NHBC, customer, and statutory requirements.

Manage risk to NHBC Group on NHBC BCS on building control applications in accordance with the relevant business area SLA’s, technical policies and Standard Operating Procedures to ensure customer and statutory requirements are met.

• Manage own workload and allocated tasks
• Assist in negotiations with developers, builders and their professional advisors
• Assist with the co-ordination of building control inspections, issue of Final Certificates, site and type approvals and resolving problems relating to Initial Notices/Final certification.
• Assist in the management of the Building Regulation by supporting inspection staff with the provision of advice, inspection of building work, the identification/communication of key inspection stages and review of progress.
• Assist in the delivery of technical presentations to both internal and external customers as required.

What we’re looking for:

• An appreciation of the requirements and application of the Building Regulations.
• IT literate with the ability to use a range of software programs
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Self-motivated to attain degree/professional qualification
• Positive attitude
• Able to work with limited supervision

What we offer

Our benefits package includes:

• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
• holiday purchase scheme
• enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)
• life assurance
• subsidised private medical insurance
• employee discounts platform
• two days volunteer leave
• enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents

+ many more!

Who we are

At NHBC, we pride ourselves on being truly unique. No other organisation in our sector matches the range of services and scale we provide. As the market leader, we are recognised as the go-to for new home warranties and insurance. Our team is united by a core purpose: to raise the standards of house building and protect homeowners.

Why you should join us

As a modern, family-friendly employer, we’re in a phase of rapid growth, embracing technology, data and new ways of working. We’re seeking passionate, skilled and driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey.

Once onboard, you’ll have access to fantastic opportunities for personal and career growth. You’ll receive thorough training, continuous development and the chance to earn recognised qualifications and professional memberships to support your journey.

We support flexible working and encourage our colleagues to find a balance that suits them. While we may not be able to accommodate every request, we’re always happy to have a conversation about flexible working arrangements.

Our inclusive culture

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea-sharing.