Building Inspector

About SOCOTEC UK

At SOCOTEC UK Building and Real Estate division, we pride ourselves on being a trusted partner supporting our clients at every stage of the property lifecycle. We offer a comprehensive range of services including building surveying, project management, dilapidations advice, technical due diligence, compliance support, and sustainability consultancy.

• 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more)
• Electric car scheme (where applicable)
• Employee recognition programmes
• Family‑friendly support
• Exclusive retail discounts
• Employee assistance programmes
• Enhanced company pension

Socotec UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Building Inspector (RBI) – Region 1 (Offices in Nottingham, Sheffield & Scotland)

We are looking for a Building Inspector to join our Region 1 Building Control team. The role involves working on iconic projects such as the Cheese Grater, The Walkie Talkie, and the Gherkin, providing expertise in Building Regulations and related legislation.

• Conduct comprehensive site inspections and regulatory assessments, reviewing structural, architectural, and mechanical designs, building materials, construction specifications, and fire strategies against Building Regulations and allied legislation.
• Supervise inspection activities and enforce regulatory compliance, acting as a Registered Building Inspector within your competency and registered class, overseeing lower‑class RBIs and graduate trainees.
• Prepare detailed compliance documentation and provide consultancy services, producing inspection reports, compliance certificates, and regulatory approval documentation while maintaining accurate records.

• Professional qualification and regulatory registration at senior level – membership of RICS, CABE or equivalent (or equivalent experience), CPD requirements met, and registration as an RBI at an appropriate level (3G/3H).
• Excellent communication and client‑relationship skills – strong interpersonal abilities and effective client management across all interactions.
• Self‑starting problem‑solver with technical expertise – capable of working independently and within large project teams, analysing complex issues, and developing and implementing solutions.