Building Confirmation Inspector
けんちくかくにんけんさいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A professional who verifies and inspects whether buildings comply with laws through review of design drawings and on-site inspections based on the Building Standards Act.
Description
Building confirmation inspectors, based on the Building Standards Act and related laws, review drawings and application documents submitted at the building planning stage and determine compliance with standards. On-site, they conduct inspections of foundation work, intermediate processes, and completion stages, issue corrective instructions for non-compliant areas, and issue compliance certificates (confirmation certificates). Affiliated with government agencies or private confirmation inspection organizations, they coordinate with designers and contractors to carry out their duties. Risk management and record-keeping are crucial, requiring a continuous commitment to learning the latest legal amendments and technological trends.
Future Outlook
With strengthening legal regulations and advancing seismic and energy-saving standards, demand for building confirmation inspectors remains stable, with expectations for DX advancements such as improved efficiency using BIM and drones.
Personality Traits
Fair and Objective / Good Communication Skills / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Desk Work and On-Site Combined / Discretionary Labor System / Government Agency Employment / Private Inspection Agency Employment
Career Path
Confirmation Inspector Assistant → Building Confirmation Inspector → Section Chief/Department Head → Quality Management/Review Department Supervisor → Independent Practice/Consultant
Required Skills
Building Standards Act Knowledge / Checklist Inspection / Inspection Procedures / Reading Drawings and Specifications
Recommended Skills
BIM Utilization / CAD Drawing Operation / Communication Skills / Mobile Device Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To accurately analyze drawings and legal content and judge compliance. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because defects in details can have a significant impact on safety and legality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since the work centers on existing legal standards, compliance with norms is prioritized over creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Confirmation Inspector Qualification
- First-Class Architect
- Second-Class Architect
Aliases
- Building Inspector
- Confirmation Inspector
- Legal Compliance Determiner
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