Building Inspector (Role 2)

NHBC; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NHBC as a Building Inspector, where you will collaborate with builders to ensure homes meet high standards. Enjoy a flexible work environment, receive full training, and contribute positively to the construction landscape while building strong customer relationships.

Benefits

27 days annual leave + bank holidays

Holiday purchase scheme

Enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)

Life assurance

Subsidised private medical insurance

Employee discounts platform

Two days volunteer leave

Enhanced parental leave and pay

Qualifications

• Relevant house-building or construction experience required.
• Full Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure new homes meet NHBC Standards and Building Regulations.
• Build relationships with site managers to prevent construction defects.
• Manage insurance risk and create quality homes for buyers.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Customer satisfaction

Education

Construction-related qualifications

City and Guilds

HNC

HND

NVQ

Job description

Overview

Salary:£40,600 – £43,700 (depending on experience) + 6% performance bonus

Working location: Maidstone area / Field Based

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Job summary:

As a Building Inspector, you will be a key member of our inspection service team, collaborating with registered builders to ensure homes meet NHBC Standards and Building Regulations, under your expert guidance.

Elevate your career by fostering customer relationships, championing NHBC's values, and impacting the construction landscape positively.

What you’ll be doing

Based from home and out on site daily, you’ll work with registered builders to ensure new homes meet NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, and relevant legislation. You will build relationships with site managers to identify and prevent construction defects, helping manage insurance risk and creating quality homes for buyers.

You will receive full training and ongoing support. You’ll have control over your diary and autonomy in your work. Your day starts when you leave home, and weekends off are standard to promote work/life balance.

What we are looking for

• Relevant house-building or construction experience
• Strong communication skills to build rapport and credibility
• Ability to influence and handle disagreements assertively
• Analytical skills for decision-making support
• Understanding of house building processes and trade interactions
• Physical ability to visit sites and inspect buildings, including working at heights
• Interest in industry standards and continuous learning
• Focus on customer satisfaction and quality service

Education and Qualifications

• Construction-related qualifications such as City and Guilds, HNC, HND, NVQ preferred or in progress
• Full Driving Licence required

NHBC Building Safety Regulator Framework:

NHBC supports technical staff registering with the Building Safety Regulator, providing training, development, and funding for assessment schemes and registration.

What we offer

Benefits include:

• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)
• Life assurance
• Subsidised private medical insurance
• Employee discounts platform
• Two days volunteer leave
• Enhanced parental leave and pay

+ many more!

Who we are

NHBC is a leader in the sector, providing a wide range of services to raise house building standards and protect homeowners.

Why join us

We are a modern, growth-focused employer supporting flexible working, offering personal and career development, and encouraging an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.