Principal Building Inspector

• Contract Rate: £90 per hour
• Location: Manchester
• Job Type: Part-time, Contract (up to 3 months)

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Building Inspector to join our Planning, Licensing & Building Control team on a contract basis. This role offers up to 14 hours per week with a flexible schedule of up to two days per week. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership and specialist expertise within a complex regulatory and construction environment.

Day-to-Day of the Role

• Deliver expert technical consultancy across Building Control, ensuring compliance with statutory, safety, and customer requirements for complex and innovative solutions.
• Lead the development, review, and improvement of service standards, policies, KPIs, and technical frameworks.
• Manage and deliver complex work programmes aligned with regulatory duties and organisational objectives.
• Provide strategic input to internal governance, inspection processes, and statutory compliance frameworks.
• Oversee systems and procedures to support high-quality Building Control operations.
• Identify strategic risks and service issues, implementing timely and appropriate actions.
• Collaborate with various teams and stakeholders to deliver proactive and responsive Building Control services.
• Represent the Council in multi-agency contexts at local, regional, and national levels.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant construction or building discipline.
• Professional membership (MCABE, MCIOB, MRICS, or equivalent).
• Registered as a Class 3 G–H Building Inspector with the Building Safety Regulator.
• Extensive experience in Building Control within a Local Authority or Registered Building Control Approver setting.
• Deep knowledge of construction methods, legislation, governance frameworks, and Fire Safety requirements.
• Experience in Restricted Activities under the Building Safety Act 2022.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multi-priority workloads.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate of £90 per hour.
• Flexible working hours up to 14 hours per week.
• Opportunity to work on significant projects impacting city safety and development.

To apply for the Principal Building Inspector position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.