Job Purpose

To be the technical expert lead within area of registration and point of technical contact for other Registered Building Inspectors within a regional team whilst effectively applying building regulation knowledge and the efficient assessment and processing of building regulation applications for own workload, working with builders and technical staff to develop good customer relations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Taking responsibility for the assessment of building regulation applications for building control applications on low rise developments, on dwellings upto and including 3 storeys within RBI class banding, examining detailed drawings and supplementary information in accordance with specified procedures and performance targets (KPIs)..
• To act as the primary contact for the client during the design phase including any design amendments during the construction phase, undertaking pre and post design negotiations with clients to ensure effective compliance with the Building Regulations and technical issues.
• Ensure that Projects are checked and monitored with accuracy, ensuring that all statutory consultations are completed in correct timescales and that adequate evidence has been provided for verification of the design.
• Contributing to the assessment of building regulation applications for other type of developments under supervision in order to expand experience and scope of registration.
• Assist in the resolution, by persuasion, negotiation and formal proceedings of problems relating to initial notices, design approvals, site work and final certificates.
• Where required, to support in the issue of site and type approvals to clients promptly to specified standards, guidance and in accordance with KPIs.
• Highlight technical issues and company Standards regarding Building Regulations to the industry and public..
• Promoting company services to existing and potential clients.
• Supporting risk management surveyors by the provision of expert advice, communication of key stages for inspection relating to complex building control elements in accordance with supervision and escalation policy; ensuring oversight is provided only to projects within RBI class band.
• Carrying out site inspections as required to meet the needs of the business in accordance with RBI class banding.
• To support with technical escalation for Registered Building Inspectors within the regional team in accordance with the Supervision and Technical Oversight Forum Policy. Providing support for the escalation of day-to-day technical queries and issues as part of the escalation structure; reviewing with other Building Control Project Managers and escalating where appropriate to the Principal Building Control Project Manager or the BC Technical meetings where necessary.
• Embrace the principles of quality and regulatory compliance in every activity, proactively upholding standards, engaging with sample/audit activities and fully contributing to service improvement. Where necessary, assist with monitoring, sample and auditing activities to support the success of the service.
• Where required, provide assistance to the Head of Building Control Technical Delivery in the provision of house type approval (HTA) services as allocated in accordance with the HTA system.
• Where required, support the Complex and Commercial Team in the provision of bespoke quotes for building control services following agreed processes; ensuring they are generated, communicated and recorded in accordance with policy and KPIs.

Skills & Experience

• Technical knowledge of Building Regulations and other relevant construction standards.
• Ability to undertake site inspections to assess both quality and the cause/effect of building defects.
• Commercial awareness and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to create not only good working relationships with other construction professionals but to be able to deal effectively with members of the public.
• The ability to meet deadlines and manage own workload within agreed parameters.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 suite of apps (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint for example).
• Full UK Driving Licence (Automatic or Manual)

Qualifications and Educational Requirements:

• Qualified as a minimum to associate or similar surveyor level (AssocRICS, TechCIOB, Grad CABE, ACABE, or similar) level with the ambition to progress to full chartered membership and a minimum of class 2A Registered Building Inspector

Personal Attributes

• Flexible in personal approach.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to motivate self and influence others.
• Demonstratable ability to use own initiative

Benefits

• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Well-being days
• Up to 13% Pension contribution
• Eligibility for an Annual Bonus
• Private Medical & Dental
• Life Assurance
• Wellbeing and Development Scheme + EAP + Health Assessments (subject to scheme eligibility)
• Study & continuing Professional Development Support

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At HSB, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion foster innovation and resilience and enable us to act braver and better. Embracing the power of DEI is at the core of who we are. We recognise diversity can be multi-dimensional, intersectional, and complex, so we want to build a diverse workforce that includes a wide range of racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender identities; economic and geographic backgrounds; physical abilities; ages; life, school, and career experiences; and political, religious, and personal beliefs. Additionally, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive work environment where this diversity is celebrated, valued, and has equitable opportunities to succeed.

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