Building Inspector

Salary: £48,000 per year

An developing Warranty Provider seeks a Building Inspector with new build residential experience to operate in the vicinity of Exeter, Plymouth and Taunton. The home-based permanent role would involve varied residential builds at different stages of construction. Salary of up to £48,000company vehicle, fuel card, and private healthcare.

The successful Building Inspector will provide professional advice on all aspects of property and construction and will be primarily responsible for carrying out risk assessments on properties that have been registered by the company in order that they meet building regulations and all relevant standards.

Building Inspector responsibilities:

Inspecting existing properties and preparing condition survey reports
Carrying out site inspections for 10 year structural warranty insurance cover on new build dwellings. Inspecting the dwellings at various stages during construction and liaising with builders on any technical issues or sub-standard/remedial works
Inspecting properties and preparing claim validation reports and costings of remedial works for insurance purposes
Assessing defects and compiling expert reports for clients involved in contract disputes
Investigating structural issues and rainwater ingress claims. Coordinating contractors/developers to eradicate structural issues and moisture ingress throughout buildings
Identifying potential business leads and new sites for sales to follow up
Assist other departments and areas when requiredBuilding Inspector requirements:

Essential

Holds Building Surveying degree or equivalent qualification / professional membership status
Experience of private residential construction from foundation level through to completion
Working knowledge of UK Building Regulations
IT literate and project management ability
to work on own initiative, managing their own diary and planning site visits
Flexibility in personal approach
Customer-focused surveyor
Full driving licenceDesirable

Initiated/ attained professional membership of RICS, CABE or CIOB
Previous experience within the structural warranty industryBenefits:

Starting salary of up to £48,000
Company vehicle & fuel card
Private healthcare
Pension
Income protection
Death in service

We aim to respond to suitable candidates within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, please feel free to contact us to receive feedback on your application and discuss your requirements.

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