Principal Building Inspector

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Remote
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Construction
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SKILLS

Class 2E Registered Building Inspector Building Control Building Regulations Plan Assessment Site Inspections Stakeholder Management Mentoring Local Authority Experience

FULL DESCRIPTION

Principal Building Inspector

Job Title: Principal Building Inspector (Contract)
Location: Remote (with occasional site visits as required)
Contract Type: Temporary / Contract
Sector: Local Authority Building Control

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Principal Building Inspector to support a local authority Building Control team on a contract basis. This is a predominantly remote role, responsible for managing a varied caseload of complex building control applications, ensuring compliance with current building regulations, and providing expert technical guidance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Attend site once per week, rest can be done remotely
  • Assess and approve plans, specifications, and applications for compliance with building regulations
  • Conduct site inspections where necessary to ensure works meet statutory requirements
  • Provide professional advice to internal teams, developers, and stakeholders
  • Manage complex and high-risk projects, offering expert oversight and decision-making
  • Mentor junior staff and support team development as needed
  • Ensure all work aligns with relevant legislation, standards, and local authority policies

Requirements

  • Class 2E Registered Building Inspector (or working towards)
  • Extensive experience in Building Control within a local authority setting (Private sector also considered)
  • Strong knowledge of current building regulations and associated legislation
  • Ability to manage complex caseloads independently
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Flexible approach to occasional site attendance

Additional Details

Ref: 296046
Sector: Building Control
Type: Contract
Working Arrangement: Remote
Location: East Midlands, United Kingdom
Pay: 70ph

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