We are looking for a Graduate Building Inspector to join our Building Control team. The team works alongside global leading designers, project managers, developers and clients including social media and tech giants, world-leading financial and legal firms and government bodies. The Graduate Building Inspector plays a critical role in safeguarding public safety, supporting sustainable building practices, and maintaining high standards in the built environment. At SOCOTEC we can give you exposure to some of the most exciting and innovative projects.
The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to) conducting site inspections at various stages of construction for the purpose of compliance with building regulations, reviewing designs relating to structural, architectural and mechanical aspects, building materials, construction design specifications and fire strategies to confirm adherence to the relevant Building Regulations and allied legislation, assisting our clients with Building Regulations Consultancy Advice where we are not acting as the RBCA, registering with the Building Safety Regulator as a Building Inspector, interpreting and enforcing national and local building regulations, issuing formal notices and reports on any breaches of compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and allied legislation, adhering to the code of conduct for Registered Building Inspectors, preparing detailed inspection and plan stage reports, compliance certificates and documentation for regulatory approval processes, maintaining accurate records of inspections, findings and recommendations, keeping up to date with changes in building codes, regulations and industry best practices, and working towards achieving an RBI status of 2A or higher.
Responsibilities
* Conduct site inspections at various stages of construction for the purpose of compliance with building regulations.
* Review designs relating to structural, architectural & mechanical aspects, building materials, construction design specifications & fire strategies to confirm adherence to the relevant Building Regulations & allied legislation.
* Assist clients with Building Regulations Consultancy Advice where we are not acting as the RBCA.
* Register with the Building Safety Regulator as a Building Inspector, undertaking an independent competency assessment when competent to do so.
* Interpret and enforce national and local building regulations, including fire safety, energy efficiency, accessibility and environmental requirements.
* Issue formal notices and reports on any breaches of compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and allied legislation.
* Adhere to the code of conduct for Registered Building Inspectors.
* Prepare detailed inspection and plan stage reports, compliance certificates and documentation for regulatory approval processes.
* Maintain accurate records of inspections, findings and recommendations, ensuring traceability and compliance with local authority requirements.
* Keep up to date with changes in building codes, regulations and industry best practices.
* Work towards achieving an RBI status of 2A or higher.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Construction-related degree or an HNC or equivalent in Construction; at least 3 years of experience in a construction-related occupation or trade.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* Ability to build relationships with clients and deliver excellent client care.
* IT competency in Word, Excel and other related packages.
* A self-starting attitude and an ability to work independently as well as part of a large project team.
* Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, development of suitable solutions and implementation of these solutions.
About SOCOTEC
SOCOTEC is the UK's leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services. We offer an unrivalled range of technical expertise and services throughout the UK and worldwide. By joining us, you will be part of an 1,800+ strong team, where we will provide you with both flexibility and a host of opportunities. Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, and it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.
Benefits
As well as a competitive salary, we can offer you a wide range of benefits including 28 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more. Where applicable we also offer an electric car scheme, employee recognition schemes, family-friendly support, death in service, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes and an enhanced company pension.
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