Building Standards Conformity Assessor
けんちくきじゅんてきごうはんていしかくしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who reviews and determines whether buildings comply with laws through confirmation application documents and on-site inspections based on the Building Standards Act.
Description
Building Standards Conformity Assessors review the contents of building confirmation application documents and design drawings in accordance with the Building Standards Act, and determine whether buildings comply with legal standards for safety, fire resistance, structure, etc., through on-site inspections. They handle coordination with applicants and designers, responses to amendments in related laws, procedures for issuing certificates of confirmation, etc., and are required to have high specialized knowledge and accuracy.
Future Outlook
Due to increasing social interest in building safety and earthquake resistance, and the spread of digital technologies (such as BIM), stable demand is expected in the long term.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Honest / Legal compliance awareness / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Government Agency Employment / Hybrid Work / Partial Remote Work Possible / Private Inspection Agency Employment
Career Path
Confirmation Application Assistant → Building Standards Conformity Assessor → Chief Assessor → Technical Department Manager → Government Agency Architectural Staff
Required Skills
Building Standards Act Knowledge / CAD Drawing Reading / Confirmation Application Document Review / Legal Interpretation
Recommended Skills
BIM/CIM Basic Knowledge / Collection of Legal Information / On-site Inspection / Structural Calculation Software Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it is necessary to accurately judge the consistency between design documents and laws. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small mistakes can lead to legal violations, accuracy is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the main task is regulatory review, and creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly office work, but on-site inspections involve only light movement. |
Related Qualifications
- Building Standards Conformity Assessor
Aliases
- Building Confirmation Inspector
- Conformity Assessor
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