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In this blog, you will learn:
- What Local Authority Building Control is.
- Why Local Authority Building Control is important.
- How Local Authority Building Control is shaping the next generation of surveyors.
- Where the latest property jobs are and how to apply for them.
Developing the skills of the next generation of surveyors is vital for ensuring building safety and regulation compliance. Local Authority Building Control (LABC) plays an important role in honing the expertise of apprentice surveyors. From providing networking opportunities to hands-on experience, LABC is shaping the next generation of surveyors and in our latest blog, we’re taking a look at exactly how.
What is Local Authority Building Control?
Local Authority Building Control represents independent local authority building control teams across England and Wales.
With a network of around 3,500 professional surveyors, working within a variety of local councils, LABC delivers professional, impartial building control services. LABC values the alignment of the design, specification, construction and completion phases of a project in order to deliver all buildings and extensions to a high standard.
Working alongside a variety of professionals, from property owners to architects, LABC must ensure that buildings are safe, efficient and inclusive to all. Standards set by the Building Regulations must also be met.
Why is Local Authority Building Control important?
Local Authority Building Control is important for many reasons. To start with, public safety is of utmost importance during the construction of buildings and it is the responsibility of LABC to ensure that buildings are structurally sound and that fire safety measures have been taken to mitigate any risks. By enforcing fire safety standards, LABC also works to ensure that the spread of fire is limited and therefore both property and lives are protected should a fire occur.
Regulation compliance is also highly important within building control, however building regulations can be complex. Property recruitment specialist, Chris Wilkinson, says “LABC ensures that building control professionals are complying with the rules and not avoiding shortcuts that could lead to poor construction.”
Local Authority Building Control should also take responsibility for ensuring that buildings are accessible for everyone and that they are able to meet the standards for an inclusive environment that supports people with disabilities.
How is Local Authority Building Control shaping the next generation of surveyors?
Local Authority Building Control is playing an important role in shaping the next generation of surveyors within the UK property sector. Not only does LABC provide valuable training, it is also a source of professional development opportunities that can really enhance a surveyors career. The main ways Local Authority Building Control is shaping the next generation of surveyors include:
- Hands-on experience
- Skill development in regulatory compliance
- Technology and innovation
- Networking and collaboration
- Professional accreditation
Hands-on experience
LABC gives trainee surveyors the opportunity to develop their skills on the job, through a mixture of work placements and mentorship opportunities. By working on real construction projects, amongst real surveying teams, apprentice surveyors are able to observe and participate in inspections, assessments and compliance evaluations.
Hands-on experience is one of the most valuable opportunities for any surveyor and with experienced building control professionals providing guidance and sharing their knowledge on building standards, regulations and best practice, the next generation of surveyors are able to learn from experts.
Skill development in regulatory compliance
One of the most important elements of a surveyors job is to ensure that buildings are complying with Building Regulations. By working with LABC, trainee surveyors are able to develop an in-depth knowledge of such regulations along with the opportunity to apply them in real-life scenarios.
Gaining a foundation in regulatory compliance from LABC prepares the next generation of surveyors for various roles in the property and construction sector.
Technology and innovation
As technology advances, LABC is increasingly integrating the use of technology into building control. For example, drones can be used for roof inspections and 3D modelling is used within the design and construction of buildings. Digital tools are also popular for conducting remote inspections and data management.
LABC provides the next generation of surveyors with the skills and expertise required to use different technology and encourages young surveyors to be adaptable when it comes to technological innovations within the property sector.
Networking and collaboration
LABC provides surveyors with a wide range of opportunities to collaborate with a multitude of professionals inside the construction and property sector. Industry professionals include architects, engineers, contractors and planners.
Networking is a great way for aspiring surveyors to foster a collaborative mindset and it helps surveyors build industry connections that could be valuable for career development and understanding the wider context and impact of their role.
Professional accreditation
LABC is helping to shape the next generation of surveyors by pursuing professional accreditation through recognised institutes, including the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
The practical experience that trainee surveyors adopt with LABC can be essential and invaluable for meeting accreditation criteria set by professional institutes. This can therefore enhance the professional status and career opportunities for the next generation of surveying professionals.
Property jobs
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Property recruitment services
As property recruitment specialists, we support local authorities and private sector businesses nationwide with their temporary, interim and permanent recruitment needs.
If you’re struggling to fill a vacancy, why not get in touch with our property specialists, Chris Wilkinson or Joe O’Halloran on 01772 954200 to see how we can help?
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