Senior Technical Building Consultant

NHBC; Milton Keynes; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NHBC as a Senior Technical Building Consultant to oversee the technical risk management of complex new build and conversion projects. You will conduct risk assessments, manage design checks, and provide expert advice on building standards, helping to ensure the safety and quality of homes. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive and inclusive culture.

Benefits

27 days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)

Subsidised private medical insurance

Life assurance

Holiday purchase scheme

Two days volunteer leave

Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay

Qualifications

• Ability to identify potential failure points in building designs.
• Understanding of building defect identification.
• Chartered membership of an appropriate professional institution or working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical risk management of new build and conversion projects.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and develop risk management plans.
• Provide expert technical advice to mitigate potential building failures.

Skills

Building Pathology

Problem Solving

Customer Facing Skills

Communication

IT Literacy

Education

Relevant degree or accredited HND/HNC

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Senior Technical Building Consultant

Salary: £45,000 to £48,700

Working location: Homebased

Employment type: full time, permanent

Job summary:

Join us to oversee the technical risk management of complex new build and conversion projects, where your expertise will shape safe, high-quality homes. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are ready to make a real impact in technical building safety and quality.

What you’ll be doing

Acting as a Senior Technical Building Consultant for the NHBC, you will oversee the technical risk management of complex new build and conversion projects by conducting comprehensive risk assessments and developing bespoke risk management plans tailored to each project’s needs.

You will manage a series of review design checks, support site inspections, and provide expert technical advice to mitigate potential building failures. Drive business growth by promoting NHBC objectives, managing customer relationships, resolving conflicts,

• When acting as Project Manager on warranty only projects, manage and co-ordinate the input of other specialists in the TRM project team.
• Check and/or manage the checking of design details, in accordance with NHBC Warranty policy, to ensure they comply with NHBC Standards, codes and National/European standards and Building Regulations
• To assess the holistic technical risk and identify potential failure points of projects based on design, data analysis and extensive specialist knowledge and understanding of how buildings fail.
• Provide expert advice to builders, their consultants and NHBC on, NHBC Standards, building technology as appropriate and provide guidance on Building Regulations if appropriate.

What we’re looking for

• Ability to identify potential failure points in building designs (likelihood and impact) and a knowledge of opportunities available to mitigate issues.
• Understanding of building Pathology and experience of building defect identification. Aptitude to problem solve and be able to identify actions required to mitigate risks.
• Substantial relevant building / Construction techniques.
• Excellent customer facing skills with an ability to turn around difficult situations.
• IT literate across a range of software programmes – Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communicator with appropriate interpersonal skills, planning and organisational skills.
• Chartered membership of an appropriate professional institution (or be able to demonstrate working towards).
• Relevant degree or accredited HND/HNC qualification or substantial industry experience.

What we offer

Our benefits package includes:

• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
• holiday purchase scheme
• enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)
• life assurance
• subsidised private medical insurance
• employee discounts platform
• two days volunteer leave
• enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents

+ many more!

Who we are

At NHBC, we pride ourselves on being truly unique. No other organisation in our sector matches the range of services and scale we provide. As the market leader, we are recognised as the go-to for new home warranties and insurance. Our team is united by a core purpose: to raise the standards of house building and protect homeowners.

Why you should join us

As a modern, family-friendly employer, we’re in a phase of rapid growth, embracing technology, data and new ways of working. We’re seeking passionate, skilled and driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey.

Once onboard, you’ll have access to fantastic opportunities for personal and career growth. You’ll receive thorough training, continuous development and the chance to earn recognised qualifications and professional memberships to support your journey.

We support flexible working and encourage our colleagues to find a balance that suits them. While we may not be able to accommodate every request, we’re always happy to have a conversation about flexible working arrangements.

Our inclusive culture

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea-sharing.