Building Control Inspector - Team Leader

LJ Recruitment; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A city is seeking a Building Control Team Leader to lead on complex cases and mentor colleagues. This pivotal role involves technical oversight, collaboration with stakeholders, and driving compliance and safety standards. The ideal candidate has significant Building Control experience and is a Registered Building Inspector, ready to make a lasting impact.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Up to 26 days' annual leave

Paid professional membership fees

Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to discounted healthcare

Learning and leadership development pathways

Qualifications

• Applicants must be a Registered Building Inspector (RBI) at Class 2D or above.
• Significant experience in Building Control required.
• Calm, solutions-focused mindset and commitment to high professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Leading complex and high-risk Building Control cases.
• Acting as senior technical reference for a team.
• Mentoring and guiding team development.

Skills

Technical compliance

Mentoring skills

Problem-solving abilities

Stakeholder engagement

Collaborative leadership

Education

Registered Building Inspector (RBI) at Class 2D or above

Job description

Lead with Purpose. Empower Others. Shape Safer Spaces.
Building Control Team Leader / Principal Inspector 55,000- 60,000 Mentorship & Technical Leadership Role

An ambitious city is seeking a confident, experienced Building Control Team Leader / Principal Inspector to lead on complex cases, mentor colleagues, and help deliver safe, high-quality development across a rapidly growing urban environment. This is a unique opportunity to lead from within-using experience, support, and technical skill to guide the future of Building Control.

The Role

Sitting just beneath the Building Control Manager, this is a pivotal leadership role that blends senior technical oversight with hands-on team support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading on complex and high-risk Building Control cases
• Acting as the senior technical reference for a team of inspectors
• Mentoring, guiding, and supporting team development
• Working collaboratively with developers, architects, and internal stakeholders
• Driving high standards of safety, compliance, and service
• Supporting the evolution of team practices, standards, and strategic direction

The Ideal Candidate

Applicants must be a Registered Building Inspector (RBI) at Class 2D or above, with:

• Significant experience in Building Control and technical compliance
• Strong mentoring skills and a collaborative leadership style
• Excellent judgement and problem-solving abilities
• Confidence in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional working
• A calm, positive, solutions-focused mindset
• Commitment to high professional standards and service quality

The Offer

Salary: 55,000- 60,000 per annum, with potential for additional payments based on experience and market conditions.

This is a respected leadership role within a modern, people-first Building Control service. The successful candidate will be trusted with autonomy, supported in development, and recognised for their expertise.

Benefits include:

• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Up to 26 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays and additional Christmas leave
• Monthly flex days and the option to purchase more leave
• Paid professional membership fees
• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
• Wagestream financial wellbeing platform
• Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes
• Access to discounted healthcare, gym, and wellbeing services
• Learning and leadership development pathways, including mentoring and CPD
• Staff discounts, wellbeing programmes, and more

Lead with Integrity. Support Growth. Set the Standard.
For those ready to step into a leadership role that puts people, quality, and progress first, this is the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Legal Requirement: Applicants must be a Registered Building Inspector (RBI) approved by the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). This is a statutory requirement and applications not meeting this standard cannot be considered.