Independent Construction Assessor (ICA)

Overview

In this role you will serve as a technical specialist ensuring compliance with Building Standards through audits, on-site assessments, and expert guidance. You will strengthen industry relationships, develop the ICA function, and help raise quality and safety standards across the sector. You work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver clear reports and practical recommendations, enabling continuous improvement and high professional ethics.

Pay / Benefits

• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme (up to 12%)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional membership subscription

Responsibilities

• Audit company policies, procedures, and practices and deliver clear reports
• Provide expert guidance to help clients meet current and emerging Building Standards
• Support on-site warranty and quality inspections when required
• Develop and expand the ICA function within the business
• Promote ethics, professionalism, and technical excellence
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team culture
• Build strong relationships across the construction sector to support business growth
• Identify opportunities for innovation and improved service delivery

Key requirements

• Approved Inspector in Building Control (including commercial projects)
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial Building Control and Fire Safety
• Experience in auditing is advantageous
• Accredited membership: RICS, CABE, or CIOB
• Excellent analytical and report-writing skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Confident communicator with excellent client-facing abilities
• Ability to manage a varied and busy workload effectively
• Commercial awareness and ability to support business development
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• NVQ Level 6 in Senior Site Inspection (or equivalent)
• Full professional membership: RICS / CABE / CIOB
• Class 2 RBI preferred

• Analytical thinking
• Client-facing communication
• Attention to detail
• Building Control
• Fire Safety
• Auditing

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