Senior Registered Building Inspector

The Management Recruitment Group (MRG); Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working options

Commitment to equality and diversity

Job summary

The Management Recruitment Group (MRG) is seeking a Registered Building Inspector in Birmingham. This role involves comprehensive site inspections and providing expert advice to stakeholders under the Building Regulations. Candidates must hold a Class 2D licence, demonstrate exceptional communication and planning skills, and be comfortable managing dangerous structures. The position offers opportunities for professional development, amenable working conditions, and significant contributions to public safety and sustainability projects.

Qualifications

• Registered Building Inspector with experience in site and office-based functions.
• Confident in working with complex legislation, including dealing with dangerous structures.
• Effective mentor with strong stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and plan checking in accordance with Building Regulations.
• Provide expert technical advice to developers and clients.
• Manage dangerous structures and participate in an out-of-hours rota.
• Liaise with fire authorities and other statutory bodies.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Good digital capability

Excellent time management and planning skills

Education

Minimum Class 2D licence

Job description

The Role

You will undertake the full range of duties expected of a Registered Building Inspector, operating in line with:

The Building Act 1984

Building Safety Act 2022

RBCA regulations, Operational Standards and professional codes of conduct

You will manage both restricted and unrestricted activities, advise a wide range of stakeholders, and play a mentoring role within the team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out site inspections and plan checking in accordance with Building Regulations
• Providing expert technical advice to developers, clients and internal stakeholders
• Dealing with dangerous structures, including participation in an out‑of‑hours rota
• Liaising with fire authorities, planning, utilities and other statutory bodies
• Supporting service performance, financial monitoring and fee recovery
• Assisting with workload allocation and supervision of colleagues
• Maintaining accurate digital records and reports
• Preparing evidence and supporting enforcement action where required

The role involves autonomous working across site, office and remote locations.

About You

You will be:

A Registered Building Inspector, holding a minimum Class 2D licence (or above)

Experienced in both site‑based and office‑based functions under the Building Regulations

Confident working with complex legislation, including dangerous structures

Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, even in challenging situations

An effective mentor who understands the limits of their own competence

You will also need:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good digital capability (e.g. Microsoft or equivalent systems)
• Excellent time management and planning skills
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Why Apply?

• Join a respected building consultancy with a strong public‑interest focus
• Work on varied and meaningful projects that support safety, accessibility and sustainability
• Opportunities for professional development and licence progression
• Flexible working options considered
• Inclusive employer with a strong commitment to equality, diversity and wellbeing