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Building Inspector (South Wales)

Building Inspector (South Wales)

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  • Permanent
  • Cardiff, UK
  • 42000 – 60000 £ / Year

Confido Consult

A leading Approved Inspector & Structural Warranty provider is newly seeking a Building Inspector to service new build development sites in the South of Wales (within Port Talbot, Cardiff, Newport and Aberdare). 
 
The Role: 
 
Undertaking Site Inspections (Building Control & Warranty) and providing technical building expertise relating to the risk management of construction. The position requires strong working knowledge of building regulations and the ability to assess both quality and the cause/effect of building defects.  

Applicants from a variety of construction roles with transferrable will also be considered (such as Site Manager, Clerk of Works, Construction Manager, Building Surveyor, Building Inspector, Building Control Surveyor) 

This is a remote based role (with travel to site from home), including market-leading training infrastructure, one-to-one support, future progression opportunities and a fantastic benefits package. 

The Employer: 

A national leading provider of Structural Warranty Insurance and well-respected brand. Known for their robust training programme and producing high-calibre Building Inspector’s & Building Control Surveyors.  

This particular regional team is one we know well having previously placed their current Manager and a number of the Building Inspector’s, so can confidently say they are a great bunch to be a part of. For a role that can be quite isolating, they have developed a real collaborative approach that has proved to be a big success. Not to mention, the salaries and benefits package on offer is one of the best on the market.  
 
Typical Responsibilities: 
 

  • Inspecting homes being constructed, working closely with developers and builders to ensure as far as is reasonably possible works are in accordance with the Technical Manual and Building Regs 

  • Recording inspection details on the database and communicating comments to clients 

  • Ongoing liaison surveyors and management on technical matters to ensure that standards are being maintained and procedures adhered to 

  • Ongoing liaison with Developers / Clients / Builders, offering technical advice and guidance 

Person Specification: 
 

  • Part or Full member of professional organisations: RICS / CIOB / CABE / ICWCI or  Similar 

  • Relevant site inspection, building control or warranty surveying experience 

  • In depth technical knowledge of Building Regs and other relevant construction standards 

  • Ability to undertake site inspections to assess both quality and the cause/effect of building defects 

  • Ability to create not only good working relationships with other construction professionals but to be able to deal effectively with members of the public 

  • Full UK Driving Licence 

Key Benefits: 
 

  • Fuel Allowance (45p/mile) 

  • Enhanced Pension (10%) 

  • 25 Days Starting Annual Leave (+BH) 

  • Private Health Insurance (family cover) 

  • Life Insurance x3 salary 

  • Market leading training 

  • Remote working setup inc laptop, phone etc. 

 
For further detail surrounding the role, benefits and/or employer, please reach out to Curtis Sanderson (Director – Building Control) on either 07944616530 or curtis@confidoconsult.co.uk. Alternatively, please click ‘Apply’ and if shortlisted, one of our friendly Consultants will be in touch.  

 
Due to the high volume of applications Confido receives, it is not always possible to acknowledge every application. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 7 days. Should you not hear from us within this period, your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion. To be considered for future vacancies please register with us on our website: www.confidoconsult.co.uk  

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Job Overview
Offered Salary
42000 – 60000 Per
Job Location
Cardiff, UK
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant