Building site inspector | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Building site inspectors check the quality and safety of construction work.

  • Inspect bridges, dams, highways, buildings, wiring, plumbing, electrical circuits, sewers, heating systems, or foundations during and after construction for structural quality, general safety, or conformance to specifications and codes.  
  • Inspect facilities or installations to determine their environmental impact.  
  • Monitor installation of plumbing, wiring,
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Building site inspectors typically work around 41 to 43 hours per week.

As a Building site inspector you will typically work evenings / weekends.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely
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    * from ONETonline
    Average salary
    30,940 GBP *
    per year
    21,000 GBP
    60,000 GBP
    Starting
    5+ Experience
    * data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
    Average salary for Building site inspector

    Big gender gap
    • 31,105 GBP
    • 24,815 GBP
    Average salary for part-time Building site inspector
    Average salary for full-time Building site inspector

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    Salary over time for Building site inspector

    Salary for this role has increased over time
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    Future outlook for Building site inspectors

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    Balanced outlook
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    Balanced outlook
    2% yearly wage growth (on average)

    Building site inspector - Your future job?


    Which qualifications do I need?

    Find out what you need to know in order to become a Building site inspector and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

    In terms of people already doing this job:

    • 25% of people in this role have a post-secondary qualification such as a Higher National Diploma
    • 25% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
    • 17% of people in this role have a certificate of higher education or equivalent but no degree

    You could apply directly to work as a building site inspector. To do this, you'll need several years' construction experience. Qualifications in health and safety will also be useful.


    Get the right qualification to begin your journey to becoming a Building site inspector

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    What soft skills do I need?

    Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Building site inspector.
    Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
    Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
    Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
    Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
    Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

    What technical skills do I need?

    Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Building site inspector. Check that you know:
    1
    Accounting software Intuit QuickBooks
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    Compliance software Automated permit system software; NorthWest Builders Network Plan Analyst; OptaSoft Commercial Building Inspector
    3
    Electronic mail software Email software; Microsoft Outlook
    4
    Enterprise resource planning ERP software
    5
    Word processing software Inspection Depot Home Guide System; Microsoft Word
    Improve your skills today

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    Things to highlight for your Building site inspector interview

    Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Independence Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done. Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

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