Building Inspector - Safety, Compliance & Sustainability

SOCOTEC Building Control Ltd; Fleet; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition

Family-friendly support

Retail discounts

Employee assistance

Enhanced pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK Building and Real Estate division is seeking a proactive Building Inspector to join our Building Control team in Fleet. You will inspect construction sites, assess compliance with Building Regulations, and advise on regulatory requirements to keep the public safe and buildings compliant.

The role demands strong communication with architects, builders, and developers, RBI registration, and the ability to interpret national and local regulations while supporting SOCOTEC's mission to

Qualifications

• Professional qualification and regulatory registration at senior level – Hold membership of RICS, CABE or equivalent (or be qualified by suitable experience), ensure CPD requirements are met to broaden and develop skills, and demonstrate compliance through registration as an RBI at an appropriate level
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills – Demonstrate strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities to work effectively with clients and deliver excellent client care across all interactions and project engagements
• Self-starting problem-solver with technical expertise – Show ability to work independently as well as part of large project teams, analyse complex issues, develop suitable solutions, implement these solutions effectively, and keep up to date with changes in building codes, regulations, and industry best practices

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive site inspections and regulatory assessments – Perform building inspections at various construction stages to ensure compliance with Building Regulations, review structural, architectural, and mechanical designs, assess building materials, construction specifications, and fire strategies against relevant Building Regulations and allied legislation
• Supervise inspection activities and enforce regulatory compliance – Act as a Registered Building Inspector within your competency and registered class, supervise lower-class RBIs and graduate trainees, interpret and enforce national and local building regulations (including fire safety, energy efficiency, accessibility, and environmental requirements), and issue formal notices on compliance breaches under the Building Safety Act 2022
• Prepare detailed compliance documentation and provide consultancy services – Produce comprehensive inspection reports, compliance certificates, and regulatory approval documentation, maintain accurate records ensuring traceability and compliance with local authority requirements, and assist clients with Building Regulations consultancy advice where SOCOTEC is not acting as the Registered Building Control Approver

Skills

Professional registration

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Job description

SOCOTEC UK Building and Real Estate division is seeking a proactive Building Inspector to join our Building Control team in Fleet. You will inspect construction sites, assess compliance with Building Regulations, and advise on regulatory requirements to keep the public safe and buildings compliant.

The role demands strong communication with architects, builders, and developers, RBI registration, and the ability to interpret national and local regulations while supporting SOCOTEC's mission to