Principal Building Control Inspector in Barnstaple

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Enforcement Specialism

Class 2B-F or Class 3G-H

Come and join our friendly, busy and forward-thinking team providing a professional service on all aspects of building regulations, including plan appraisal and site inspections.

Based primarily in North Devon, the NMD Building Control Partnership is a partnership between Mid Devon District and North Devon District Councils dealing with a range of interesting projects. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior role, leading on the Partnership enforcement process and action, and being part of a multi-disciplined professional team.

Your Duties Will Include (But Not Limited To)

• Undertake plan examination and site inspection to formulate reports and make recommendations
• Assess notifications and inspection of works on site, including major commercial projects
• Advise customers and staff of appropriate service levels, costs and fees
• Certify work in compliance with the building regulations and issue completion certificates
• Contribute to the management of the day‑to‑day running of the service
• Motivate, lead, supervise and manage team members
• Be the Partnership lead on Building Controls enhanced enforcement powers and related matters
• Respond to dangerous structure situations and direct others to take necessary action

Requirements

• A degree or equivalent qualification in construction/building related discipline
• Full, or working towards, RICS or CABE membership
• A good knowledge of building construction practice and Building Control regulation
• Legal background, experience and detailed understanding of the law and how the courts function
• Experience of Building Control enhanced enforcement powers under section 35 & 36 of the Building Act
• Validation with the BSCF (Building Safety Competence Foundation), register with the Building Safety Regulator and continue this form of validation/registration

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Building Construction