Registered Building Inspector

Matchtech Group; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking a Registered Building Inspector to support building control services on a contract basis. The role combines plan checking, plan assessment and site inspections with a flexible mix of home-based duties and on-site visits as required.

The successful candidate will review plans for compliance, provide technical feedback and manage inspection appointments. Strong regulatory knowledge and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Registered Building Inspector.
• Class 2D or Class 2F competence required.
• Strong experience in building control, plan checking and plan assessment.
• Knowledge of current building regulations and compliance requirements.
• Practical experience carrying out building site inspections.
• Ability to work independently with accurate documentation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Flexibility to attend site inspections, including key inspection times.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and assessing building control plans for compliance with regulations.
• Carrying out detailed plan checking and providing clear feedback.
• Undertaking site inspections at key construction stages.
• Managing inspection appointments, including early morning and afternoon visits.
• Preparing records and reports relating to inspections and assessments.
• Communicating with applicants, contractors and stakeholders.
• Working flexibly between home-based duties and on-site inspections.

Skills

Registration

Class 2D/2F competence

Building control experience

Plan checking

Regulatory knowledge

Site inspections

Independent working

Communication

Documentation quality

Flexibility

Job description

Our client is seeking a Registered Building Inspector to support building control services on a contract basis. The role will involve plan checking, plan assessment and site inspections, with opportunities to work from home or attend site according to operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reviewing and assessing building control plans for compliance with relevant building regulations
• Carrying out detailed plan checking and providing clear technical feedback
• Undertaking site inspections at key stages of construction
• Managing inspection appointments, including early morning and afternoon visits
• Preparing accurate records and reports relating to inspections and plan assessments
• Communicating effectively with applicants, contractors, developers and other stakeholders
• Working flexibly between home-based duties and on-site inspections

Job Requirements:

• Registration as a Registered Building Inspector
• Relevant Class 2D or Class 2F competence
• Strong experience in building control, plan checking and plan assessment
• Knowledge of current building regulations and compliance requirements
• Practical experience carrying out building site inspections
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accurate documentation
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Flexibility to attend site inspections, including key inspection times

Working Arrangements:

This contract role offers a flexible combination of home-based working and site attendance. Site visits may be required approximately once a week, although arrangements can remain flexible depending on service requirements. The role may involve working on site for several days during some weeks.