Building Inspector/Clerk of Works - Dublin City Council

The Job

The Building Inspector/Clerk of Works will be assigned primarily to the following Departments however, assignments may be made to any relevant area of the Council as required.

Housing Department

City Architects

Housing Delivery

Housing Operations

Planning, Property and Economic Development Department

Property Management; Acquisitions and Disposals

* Derelict Sites

The post of Building Inspector/Clerk of Works is vital for the necessary oversight required to ensure that construction works are carried out in accordance with Dublin City Council specifications, the Building Regulations, all relevant construction standards, codes of practice, etc., and in accordance with all manufacturers’ requirements and recommendations. The Building Inspector/Clerk of Works ensures that construction is carried out with “Best Practice” standards. The post holder will provide site information to the Assigned Certifier and the Employers Representative to supplement the collection of relevant information and evidence in relation to compliance with the Building Control (Amendment) Regulations.

The Building Inspector/Clerk of Works will also be required to carry out property inspections, provide detailed technical reports, Schedules of Dilapidations, etc., as well as assisting in the oversight of maintenance and refurbishment of housing, flat complexes, community buildings and civic buildings etc. Property inspections will include all properties that are owned by the City Council and leased/licenced to third parties.

Salary: 58,474 - 71,437

We are recruiting for the position of Building Inspector/Clerk of Works For details of this role please see Candidate Information Booklet on the attachment below.

Dublin City Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. We recognise the value and importance of attracting and welcoming a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.

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The Closing Date will be at Midnight on Friday, 30th October 2026.

Candidates are required to complete the application form and assessment questions in full, we do not accept CVs.