Regulatory, Policy & Certification
Building Standards Officer
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Role overview
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Building Standards OfficerJob Family
Regulatory, Policy & CertificationPurpose Of The Role
A Building Standards Officer ensures that construction projects comply with national building regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements, safeguarding the quality and safety of built environments.
Role In MMC
Building Standards Officers play a vital role in MMC by assessing innovative construction methods, ensuring compliance of prefabricated and modular components, and adapting regulations to accommodate new technologies in the industry.
Knowledge & Skills
Modern Methods of Construction is continuously expanding; with many transferable skillsets.
Fundamental Skills
Basic essential skills
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Safety & Compliance
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Inspection & Testing
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Building Standards
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Data Analysis & Reporting
Additional MMC Skills
Specialised MMC skills
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Manufacturing & Assembly
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Sustainable Construction
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Safety & Compliance
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Material Knowledge & Performance
Universal Skills
Transferable or soft skills
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Communication & Collaboration
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Attention to Detail
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Planning & Executing
Suggested Entry Routes
Experience
- Background in building control, construction site management, surveying, or architectural technology.
Education
- HNC/HND or degree in Building Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Training & Certifications
- LABC (Local Authority Building Control) Training CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building) or RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) membership NVQ Level 6 in Building Control
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