Building Inspector: Code & Compliance Leader

SOCOTEC Building Control Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition programmes

Family-friendly support

Retail discounts

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced pension

Disability Confident accreditation

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK Building and Real Estate is seeking a Building Inspector in Derby to safeguard public safety, support sustainable building practices, and maintain high standards in the built environment while supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.

You will inspect construction sites at various stages, advise on regulatory requirements, and work with architects, builders, and developers to ensure safe, code-compliant buildings and robust documentation for clients and authorities.

Qualifications

• Membership of RICS, CABE or equivalent; CPD requirements; RBI registration at appropriate level.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management to work with clients and project engagements.
• Self-starting problem-solver with technical building code knowledge and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive site inspections and regulatory assessments to ensure Building Regulations compliance.
• Supervise inspection activities and enforce regulatory compliance; act as RBI and issue notices under Building Regulations.
• Prepare detailed compliance documentation and provide regulatory consultancy where SOCOTEC is not the RBI.

Skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Communication with clients

Independent working

Project team collaboration

Education

RICS/CABE membership or equivalent

Job description

SOCOTEC UK Building and Real Estate is seeking a Building Inspector in Derby to safeguard public safety, support sustainable building practices, and maintain high standards in the built environment while supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.

You will inspect construction sites at various stages, advise on regulatory requirements, and work with architects, builders, and developers to ensure safe, code-compliant buildings and robust documentation for clients and authorities.