Remote Plan Checker (Registered Building Inspector)

About the role

London Building Control, in partnership with Bureau Veritas, is looking for an experienced Registered Building Inspector (RBI) to join our growing Building Control team as a Remote Plan Checker. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong RBI who enjoys the analytical side of building control and wants to focus on plan assessment work within a flexible role.

Key responsibilities

• Assess building regulation applications, plans, and technical submissions for compliance with Building Regulations and associated legislation.
• Review architectural, structural, fire safety, accessibility, and energy‑related information.
• Identify compliance issues and provide clear, practical, and proportionate technical advice.
• Manage statutory consultations with Fire and Rescue Authorities where required.
• Review amended submissions and support applicants through the approval process.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure assessments are completed within statutory timescales.
• Provide technical guidance and support to colleagues across the wider building control team.
• Support knowledge‑sharing, technical training, and mentoring activities where appropriate.

Required profile

• Current Class 2A‑D Building Inspector (RBI) registration with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR).
• Strong experience within Building Control and plan assessment in England.
• Thorough knowledge of Building Regulations, Approved Documents, and associated legislation.
• Experience assessing technical drawings and building regulation applications.
• Understanding of fire safety requirements and statutory consultation processes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain technical requirements clearly.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing a varied caseload.

Required skills

• Building Regulations compliance assessment
• Technical drawing review
• Fire safety statutory consultation
• Accessibility and energy compliance evaluation

What we offer

• Flexible remote working
• Competitive salary
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and sick pay
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• Health and wellbeing support (Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programme, Smart Health services)
• Ongoing CPD and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Opportunity to work on diverse projects across England