Building Control Inspector - Team Leader, colchester
Client:
LJ Recruitment Limited
Location:
colchester, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
09.07.2025
Expiry Date:
23.08.2025
Job Description:
Lead with Purpose. Empower Others. Shape Safer Spaces.
Building Control Team Leader / Principal Inspector | £55,000-£60,000 | Mentorship & Technical Leadership Role
An ambitious city is seeking a confident, experienced Building Control Team Leader / Principal Inspector to lead on complex cases, mentor colleagues, and help deliver safe, high-quality development across a rapidly growing urban environment. This is a unique opportunity to lead from within-using experience, support, and technical skill to guide the future of Building Control.
The Role
Sitting just beneath the Building Control Manager, this is a pivotal leadership role that blends senior technical oversight with hands-on team support.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading on complex and high-risk Building Control cases
* Acting as the senior technical reference for a team of inspectors
* Mentoring, guiding, and supporting team development
* Working collaboratively with developers, architects, and internal stakeholders
* Driving high standards of safety, compliance, and service
* Supporting the evolution of team practices, standards, and strategic direction
The Ideal Candidate
Applicants must be a Registered Building Inspector (RBI) at Class 2D or above, with:
* Significant experience in Building Control and technical compliance
* Strong mentoring skills and a collaborative leadership style
* Excellent judgement and problem-solving abilities
* Confidence in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional working
* A calm, positive, solutions-focused mindset
* Commitment to high professional standards and service quality
The Offer
Salary: £55,000-£60,000 per annum, with potential for additional payments based on experience and market conditions.
This is a respected leadership role within a modern, people-first Building Control service. The successful candidate will be trusted with autonomy, supported in development, and recognised for their expertise.
Benefits include:
* Flexible and hybrid working options
* Up to 26 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays and additional Christmas leave
* Monthly flex days and the option to purchase more leave
* Paid professional membership fees
* Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
* Wagestream financial wellbeing platform
* Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes
* Access to discounted healthcare, gym, and wellbeing services
* Learning and leadership development pathways, including mentoring and CPD
* Staff discounts, wellbeing programmes, and more
Lead with Integrity. Support Growth. Set the Standard.
For those ready to step into a leadership role that puts people, quality, and progress first, this is the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Legal Requirement: Applicants must be a Registered Building Inspector (RBI) approved by the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). This is a statutory requirement and applications not meeting this standard cannot be considered.
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Created on 09/07/2025 by JR United Kingdom
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