Principal Registered Building Inspector

Carrington West; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in London seeks a Principal Registered Building Inspector to ensure compliance with Building Regulations. This role involves carrying out inspections, managing case loads, and providing technical support within a collaborative environment. The successful candidate must hold Class 2A-F or Class 3 competency, have extensive experience, and demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills. This position offers an initial 4-month rolling contract with flexibility in working arrangements, including a hybrid model.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Building Inspector with Class 2A-F or Class 3 competency.
• Extensive experience in building inspections and managing complex applications is required.
• Excellent communication skills to advise at a senior level.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice on building control legislation and compliance.
• Undertake detailed inspections of building work in progress.
• Manage appropriate building control application case loads.

Skills

Technical knowledge of Building Regulations

Building inspections

Case management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Registered Building Inspector Class 2A-F or Class 3

Job description

Principal Registered Building Inspector (Class 2A-F / Class 3)
Location: Islington (Islington Town Hall, Upper Street)
Rate: £549.99 per day (Umbrella)
Contract: Initial 4-month rolling contract
Hours: 35 hours per week
Attendance: Minimum 2 days per week in the office

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Principal Registered Building Inspector to join a London local authority's Building Control service. This is a senior technical role requiring a qualified Class 2A-F or Class 3 Registered Building Inspector with strong regulatory knowledge and the ability to provide expert professional advice. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with the Building Regulations through detailed inspections, plan checking and oversight of complex applications. The successful candidate will manage their own case load, support internal council projects and deputise for the Team Manager when needed. This is an excellent opportunity for a high‑calibre RBI seeking a stable, rolling contract with a leading local authority.

Key Responsibilities

Building Control & Technical Compliance

• Provide specialist technical advice on building control legislation, standards and compliance requirements.
• Undertake detailed inspections of building work in progress, ensuring full adherence to Building Regulations.
• Carry out thorough plan checking and final inspections for a wide range of residential and commercial projects.
• Maintain professional competency consistent with Class 2A-F or Class 3 registration requirements.

Case Load & Project Management

• Hold and manage an appropriate building control application case load, ensuring timely and accurate progression.
• Work collaboratively with internal departments—such as Planning, Housing, Fire Safety and Capital Projects—to ensure regulatory compliance on council-led schemes.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, developers, agents and contractors to resolve technical queries and achieve compliance outcomes.

Leadership & Team Support

• Assist and deputise for the Building Control Team Manager when required.
• Provide guidance and support to other inspectors within the team, sharing best practice and technical expertise.
• Contribute to service improvements and help uphold high professional standards across the Building Control function.

Working Arrangements

• Required to attend the office at least 2 days per week, with flexibility based on service needs.
• Occasional site visits across the borough as part of the inspection and compliance process.

About You

Essential Requirements

• Registered Building Inspector with Class 2A-F or Class 3 competency (minimum Class 2A-F).
• Strong technical knowledge of Building Regulations and associated legislation.
• Extensive experience in building inspections, plan checking and managing complex applications.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to advise confidently at a senior level.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Experience working within a local authority building control environment is highly desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, credible and detail-focused.
• Able to work independently while also contributing positively to a team environment.
• Confident engaging with senior officers, contractors and members of the public.
• Problem‑solving mindset with a commitment to high standards of service.

If this is of interest please send a CV to [e-mail]