Senior Registered Building Inspector

Senior Registered Building Inspector

West Midlands

Full-time | Permanent

£51,356 + £5k Market Supplement.

Building Control / Built Environment

An established building consultancy organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Registered Building Inspector to join its Building Control function at a pivotal time for the profession.

This is a senior, hands‑on role suited to an RBI looking to apply their technical expertise, support team development, and contribute to safe, compliant and sustainable buildings across a varied portfolio of projects.

The Role

You will undertake the full range of duties expected of a Registered Building Inspector, operating in line with:

The Building Act 1984

Building Safety Act 2022

RBCA regulations, Operational Standards and professional codes of conduct

You will manage both restricted and unrestricted activities, advise a wide range of stakeholders, and play a mentoring role within the team.

Key responsibilities include:

Carrying out site inspections and plan checking in accordance with Building Regulations

Providing expert technical advice to developers, clients and internal stakeholders

Dealing with dangerous structures, including participation in an out‑of‑hours rota

Liaising with fire authorities, planning, utilities and other statutory bodies

Supporting service performance, financial monitoring and fee recovery

Assisting with workload allocation and supervision of colleagues

Maintaining accurate digital records and reports

Preparing evidence and supporting enforcement action where required

The role involves autonomous working across site, office and remote locations.

About You

You will be:

A Registered Building Inspector, holding a minimum Class 2D licence (or above)

Experienced in both site‑based and office‑based functions under the Building Regulations

Confident working with complex legislation, including dangerous structures

Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, even in challenging situations

An effective mentor who understands the limits of their own competence

You will also need:

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Good digital capability (e.g. Microsoft or equivalent systems)

Excellent time management and planning skills

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Why Apply?

Join a respected building consultancy with a strong public‑interest focus

Work on varied and meaningful projects that support safety, accessibility and sustainability

Opportunities for professional development and licence progression

Flexible working options considered

Inclusive employer with a strong commitment to equality, diversity and wellbeing