Overview
Class 3 Registered Building Inspector (inside IR35) – Planning & Conservation – Building Control
Location: London
Contract Type: Temporary
Duration: 3 months (rolling)
Responsible to: Head of Building Control
Responsible for: Senior and Building Control Surveyors
Interviews: to take place ASAP with a view to a start soon thereafter
Responsibilities
* To lead the delivery of technical services across Building Control, ensuring all work complies with legislation and regulations.
* To support the Building Safety Regulator in regulating and enforcing standards for higher-risk buildings.
* To manage the response to dangerous structures and liaise with emergency services to ensure public safety.
* To contribute to the management of the Building Control service and deputise for senior managers where required.
Responsibilities detail
* Provide technical advice and prepare reports on building regulations, building safety, dangerous structures and land charges.
* Contribute to government consultations and technical reviews.
* Enforce the Building Act 1984 and Building Safety Act 2022, including investigations, serving notices and prosecutions.
* Inspect demolitions and temporary structures, issuing licences and notices.
* Review fire safety information submitted with planning applications.
* Ensure surveyors meet competency requirements set by the Building Safety Regulator.
* Contribute to emergency planning for dangerous structures.
* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, GDPR, Freedom of Information and equal opportunities policies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Professional membership of MRICS, CABE or equivalent.
* Class 3 Registered Building Inspector.
Experience
* At least five years’ post-qualification experience, preferably in Building Control.
* Experience in enforcement, investigations and prosecutions.
* Experience managing complex casework, including higher-risk buildings and dangerous structures.
Knowledge and Skills
* Strong knowledge of the Building Act 1984 and Building Safety Act 2022.
* Able to apply legislation while ensuring compliance and safety.
* Good IT skills – able to prepare reports, correspondence and manage records.
* Awareness of the commercial environment for Building Control.
* Strong report writing and briefing skills.
Communication Skills
* Able to explain technical information clearly.
* Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
* Able to advise and influence a wide range of stakeholders.
Personal Qualities
* Able to lead and manage a team effectively.
* Decisive and proactive.
* Calm under pressure and able to prioritise.
* Committed to continuous professional development.
Seniority and Employment Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Consulting
* Industries: Building Construction and Construction
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