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Apprenticeship

Building control surveyor (integrated degree)

Level
6
Degree level
Length
4 yrs
typical
Sector
Construction and the built environment
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Providing an impartial, independent and accountable third party service to confirm that building work achieves compliance with minimum standards.

What you'd do

Assess full plans and building notice applications for compliance
Carry out site inspections at key construction stages
Advise applicants and contractors on regulatory requirements
Check structural calculations and engineer certificates
Assess fire safety and means of escape provisions
Issue completion certificates on satisfactory projects
Investigate dangerous structures and illegal building work

What you'd learn

Building Regulations and supporting Approved Documents
Structural principles and foundation design assessment
Fire safety strategy review for buildings
Energy efficiency standards and SAP/SBEM assessments
Building inspection and site survey techniques
Accessibility and inclusive design requirements
Planning law and the development control process
Ready to look for a place?
See live Building control surveyor (integrated degree) apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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