Building Control Inspector and Team Lead

Buckingham Futures; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Essex is hiring for multiple Building Control roles, from Inspectors to Team Leaders. The roles involve handling complex cases, providing technical guidance, and mentoring staff. Ideal candidates are qualified RBI (Class 2D+) with relevant Building Control experience and strong communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a responsive service and develop skills within a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Qualified RBI (Class 2D+) with relevant Building Control experience.
• Sound technical judgement and confidence to guide others for senior roles.
• Supportive, mentoring approach to leadership for management roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support high-risk, complex Building Control cases.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and support to colleagues.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and internal teams.
• Contribute to a high-performing, accountable team culture.

Skills

Building Control experience

Technical guidance

Communication skills

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

Qualified RBI (Class 2D+)

Job description

We have partnered with a Local Authority based in Essex hiring for multiple Building Control roles available, from Inspectors to Team Leaders/Principal Inspectors, offering opportunities to handle a range of cases, develop your skills, and contribute to a modern, responsive service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support high-risk, complex Building Control cases, depending on experience.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and support to colleagues.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and internal teams to ensure safety, quality, and innovation.
• Contribute to a high-performing, accountable team culture.

Who We’re Looking For

• Qualified RBI (Class 2D+) with relevant Building Control experience.
• Sound technical judgement and confidence to guide others (for senior roles).
• Supportive, mentoring approach to leadership (for management roles).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Calm, solutions-focused mindset.

If you are interested or alternatively know the right person for this position feel free to reach out via [e-mail] or [e-mail], alternatively, call our Recruitment Team on 020 8125 4321