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Job role: Senior Registered Building Inspector (registered with the Building Safety Regulator) Salary: £540.00 per day Location : North London Essential criterion for the role Senior Registered Building Inspector (Class 2D 2E) registered with the Building Safety Regulator. Membership of a relevant professional body (RICS, CABE, CIOB, or similar) and a commitment to ongoing professional development Extensive experience of Building Regulations, building construction, legislation, and best practice Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of people Confidence in using IT systems and managing records. Experience supervising or mentoring others is a real plus. Key responsibilities To carry an appropriate caseload within the Class 2 criteria without direct supervision, so as to manage a portfolio of Class 2A 2E development sites (including new applications, regularisation and reversion applications) and maintain proper records, for plan appraisals and site inspections, the evaluation of work/remedial action, working within a framework for inspections of Class 2A 2E projects to ensure compliance with current Building Regulations, Building Act 1984, allied legislation and technical standards. Respond to dangerous structures call outs and undertake out of hours work in accordance with a team rota and with appropriate supervision. Carry out remedial/enforcement action as required under the direction/supervision of a more competent building control professional. Investigate matters, including complaints from elected members and the public, the control of demolition, dangerous structures, contraventions and unauthorised works and initiate and assist with enforcement action, including the issuing of notices, to ensure compliance with the appropriate legislation and the Council s obligations under the Building Act 1984 and be available to partake in the Out of Hours rota. In respect of enforcement action, to prepare evidence for Court or other hearings and appear as a witness. In respect of enforcement action, to prepare evidence for Court or other hearings and appear as a witness. To provide advice and guidance to applicants and their agents/representatives as required as well as other professionals including builders, professional advisors, statutory bodies and the public, including advising and assessing applicants prepared fire statements at pre-application planning stage. Assisting the Team Manager as appropriate in the provision of the Building Control service including supervision of other RBIs. Within the limits of competence, support and supervise Class 1 and Class 2A Registered Building Inspectors in accordance with the management framework including, where agreed, the delegation of plan checking, site inspections, and other duties. To support the team s quality management system as directed. To progress applications and make recommendations regarding action/decisions leading to the issue of completion certificates by senior officers in line with the Council s scheme of delegation. Work in accordance with the Code of Conduct for Registered Building Inspectors. INDRRH

Building Surveyor Project Manager Central London (Projects Across Southeast) We re working with a growing consultancy delivering complex projects across the Southeast, and they re looking to appoint an experienced Building Surveyor / Project Manager to join their Central London team. This is a client-facing role leading multiple projects primarily within live healthcare environments where quality, compliance, and programme delivery are critical. Key Responsibilities Manage 4 5 projects simultaneously (depending on size and complexity) Lead projects from inception through to completion Drive programmes forward and ensure delivery against key milestones Act as the key link between NHS Trusts and private clients Collaborate closely with designers and consultants Oversee works including chillers, roofing, and fire safety upgrades in live hospital settings Ensure full regulatory compliance and reporting Provide clear and consistent client reporting and communication Skills and Experience 10+ years experience in technical project management / building surveying Strong experience delivering projects in live / operational environments Solid understanding of fire safety and compliance requirements Ideally MRICS or MCIOB qualified Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Location Central London office base Projects across the Southeast of England