Registered Building Inspector

R&R Housing; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Greater London is seeking a Senior Registered Building Inspector to oversee building control services. This role involves managing a variety of complex developments, ensuring adherence to Building Regulations, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate will have relevant professional body membership, extensive knowledge of building regulations, and experience in enforcement processes. Strong communication skills are essential for engaging with stakeholders and providing guidance. A competitive salary and professional development opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Registered Senior Building Inspector with the Building Safety Regulator.
• Extensive knowledge of Building Regulations and construction methods.
• Experience managing a caseload of complex developments.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of development sites, including plan checks and site inspections.
• Assess compliance with Building Regulations and legislation.
• Prepare evidence for legal proceedings and attend hearings.

Skills

Registered Senior Building Inspector (Class 2D–2E)

Extensive knowledge of Building Regulations

Strong communication skills

Experience managing a caseload

Confident using IT systems

Education

Membership of a relevant professional body (RICS, CABE, CIOB)

Job description

We are recruiting for a Senior Registered Building Inspector to support the delivery of Building Control services within a local authority setting. This role will focus on managing a portfolio of complex developments, ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and supporting enforcement and advisory functions.

You will manage your own caseload across a range of projects, providing technical expertise, supporting colleagues and contributing to service delivery.

Location: North London

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Class 2A–2E development sites, including plan checking, site inspections and maintaining accurate records.
• Assess compliance with Building Regulations, the Building Act 1984 and associated legislation and technical standards.
• Respond to dangerous structures callouts and participate in an out-of-hours rota.
• Investigate complaints, unauthorised works and contraventions, supporting and initiating enforcement action where required.
• Prepare evidence for legal proceedings and attend court or hearings as required.
• Provide advice and guidance to applicants, agents, contractors and members of the public.
• Review fire statements at pre-application stage and provide technical input where required.
• Support the Team Manager in delivering the Building Control service, including supervision of other inspectors.
• Provide support and oversight to Class 1 and Class 2A inspectors, including delegated tasks where appropriate.
• Contribute to quality management systems and ensure compliance with service standards.
• Progress applications and support the issuing of completion certificates in line with delegation arrangements.
• Work in accordance with the Code of Conduct for Registered Building Inspectors.

Skills and Experience

• Registered Senior Building Inspector (Class 2D–2E) with the Building Safety Regulator.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (RICS, CABE, CIOB or equivalent).
• Extensive knowledge of Building Regulations, construction methods, legislation and best practice.
• Experience managing a caseload of complex developments within Building Control.
• Ability to carry out plan assessments, site inspections and enforcement activities.
• Experience investigating complaints and supporting legal or enforcement processes.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with a range of stakeholders.
• Experience supervising or mentoring other inspectors.
• Confident using IT systems and managing records.