Principal Registered Building Inspector
CV-LibraryChelmsford, EssexcontractPosted: 9 March 2026
Apply NowInterim Class 2F Principal Registered Building Inspector
Location: Hybrid – Office based 1 day per week with site inspections across the district (minimum 2 days on site per week)
Contract: Interim 3 months rolling contract
We are seeking an experienced Interim Class 2F Principal Registered Building Inspector to support a Local Authority Building Control service. This is a key role responsible for delivering high-quality building control functions, ensuring compliance with the Building Regulations, and supporting the management and development of the service.
Main Responsibilities
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Carry out site inspections and plan checking, with a minimum of two days per week on site.
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Respond to and investigate dangerous structures.
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Undertake enforcement activities under the Building Regulations and the Building Act where required.
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Supervise senior and junior surveyors as well as administrative staff within the service.
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Deputise for the Building Control Manager when required.
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Support the Building Control Manager in the implementation of BSR operational standards.
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Assist with procedural improvements and service changes within Building Control.
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Undertake plan checking and provide professional technical advice.
Working Arrangements
This role requires:
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1 day per week office-based, and
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A minimum of 2 days per week travelling across the district to undertake site inspections.
The Experience You Will Bring
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A professional qualification from a recognised chartered institute with a specialism in Building Control.
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Minimum Class 2F Registered Building Inspector status.
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Chartered membership with one of the following professional bodies: CIOB, RICS, or CABE.
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Strong experience in Building Control inspection, compliance, and enforcement.
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Demonstrated ability to lead teams and support operational service delivery.
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced Building Control professional to play a senior technical and leadership role, helping to maintain regulatory compliance while supporting service development and operational standards
Location: Hybrid – Office based 1 day per week with site inspections across the district (minimum 2 days on site per week)
Contract: Interim 3 months rolling contract
We are seeking an experienced Interim Class 2F Principal Registered Building Inspector to support a Local Authority Building Control service. This is a key role responsible for delivering high-quality building control functions, ensuring compliance with the Building Regulations, and supporting the management and development of the service.
Main Responsibilities
*
Carry out site inspections and plan checking, with a minimum of two days per week on site.
*
Respond to and investigate dangerous structures.
*
Undertake enforcement activities under the Building Regulations and the Building Act where required.
*
Supervise senior and junior surveyors as well as administrative staff within the service.
*
Deputise for the Building Control Manager when required.
*
Support the Building Control Manager in the implementation of BSR operational standards.
*
Assist with procedural improvements and service changes within Building Control.
*
Undertake plan checking and provide professional technical advice.
Working Arrangements
This role requires:
*
1 day per week office-based, and
*
A minimum of 2 days per week travelling across the district to undertake site inspections.
The Experience You Will Bring
*
A professional qualification from a recognised chartered institute with a specialism in Building Control.
*
Minimum Class 2F Registered Building Inspector status.
*
Chartered membership with one of the following professional bodies: CIOB, RICS, or CABE.
*
Strong experience in Building Control inspection, compliance, and enforcement.
*
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and support operational service delivery.
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced Building Control professional to play a senior technical and leadership role, helping to maintain regulatory compliance while supporting service development and operational standards