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Date Added: Tue 10/03/2026

Principal Registered Building Inspector

Chelmsford, CM1, UK
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Company: VIVID RESOURCING LTD

Job Type: Contract, Full Time

Salary: £70 - £75/hour

Interim 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
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