Registered Building Inspector

Registered Building Inspector

Posted 2 weeks ago by Corus Consultancy

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£28 Per hour
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Northallerton, North Yorkshire
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Summary: The Registered Building Inspector role involves delivering a professional Building Control service by assessing compliance with Building Regulations and inspecting construction works. The position supports public safety and high-quality design standards while contributing to the Council's statutory obligations. This career-graded post allows for progression through various grades based on experience and qualifications. Key responsibilities include managing caseloads, conducting inspections, and providing guidance to junior staff.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess and inspect building regulation applications and associated documentation.
  • Carry out site inspections with limited supervision, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
  • Investigate demolitions, dangerous structures, and unauthorized works.
  • Support enforcement actions where compliance is not achieved.
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections and decisions.
  • Deliver excellent customer service and liaise with stakeholders.
  • Support other services within the Building Control department as needed.
  • Independently manage a full caseload including complex domestic and non-domestic projects.
  • Provide professional guidance and mentoring to junior staff.
  • Act as first responder for Dangerous Structures callouts, making immediate safety decisions.
  • Provide evidence for appeals and enforcement cases.
  • Work within the context of the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) competency framework.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and ISO 9001 quality assurance standards.
  • Maintain documentation in accordance with service policies.
  • Uphold health and safety policies and ensure equal opportunities practices.
  • Remain registered or working towards registration with the Building Safety Regulator as per the Building Act 1984.

Key Skills:

  • HND/Degree in Building Control, Surveying, Construction, or equivalent.
  • Working towards chartered membership (e.g. RICS, CABE, CIOB) for Grade I.
  • Chartered Member of a relevant professional body for Grade JK.
  • Registered or working towards BSR Class 1 or 2 registration.
  • Strong understanding of construction methods and regulatory compliance.
  • Ability to assess plans, conduct site inspections, and compile reports.
  • Proficient in using ICT for document and data management.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and professional communication.
  • Experience working within a regulatory or construction environment (Grade JK: Essential).

Salary (Rate): £28/hour

City: Northallerton

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Purpose:To deliver a professional and effective Building Control service by assessing compliance with Building Regulations, inspecting building works, and supporting the Council's statutory obligations. The role contributes to public safety, sustainability, and high-quality design standards through enforcement and compliance across a wide range of construction projects.This is a career graded post with duties and responsibilities expanding through Grades I to JK in line with experience, qualifications, and competence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Grade I Duties:
    • Assess and inspect building regulation applications and associated documentation.
    • Carry out site inspections with limited supervision, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
    • Investigate demolitions, dangerous structures, and unauthorised works.
    • Support enforcement actions where compliance is not achieved.
    • Maintain accurate records of inspections and decisions.
    • Deliver excellent customer service and liaise with stakeholders.
    • Support other services within the Building Control department as needed.
  • Grade JK Duties (in addition to Grade I):
    • Independently manage a full caseload including complex domestic and non-domestic projects.
    • Provide professional guidance and mentoring to junior staff.
    • Act as first responder for Dangerous Structures callouts, making immediate safety decisions.
    • Provide evidence for appeals and enforcement cases.
    • Work within the context of the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) competency framework.
    • Contribute to continuous improvement and ISO 9001 quality assurance standards.
  • General Duties (All Grades):
    • Maintain documentation in accordance with service policies.
    • Uphold health and safety policies and ensure equal opportunities practices.
    • Remain registered or working towards registration with the Building Safety Regulator as per the Building Act 1984.

Person Specification:

Qualifications & Membership:

  • HND/Degree in Building Control, Surveying, Construction, or equivalent.
  • Grade I: Working towards chartered membership (e.g. RICS, CABE, CIOB).
  • Grade JK: Chartered Member of a relevant professional body.
  • Registered or working towards BSR Class 1 or 2 registration.

Skills & Experience:

  • Strong understanding of construction methods and regulatory compliance.
  • Ability to assess plans, conduct site inspections, and compile reports.
  • Proficient in using ICT for document and data management.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and professional communication.
  • Experience working within a regulatory or construction environment (Grade JK: Essential).
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