Vacancy

Building Inspector (NEN 2767 / BOEI)

Building Inspector (NEN 2767 / BOEI)

Do you have a background in construction, building maintenance, or technical asset management, with experience inspecting and assessing existing buildings? If so, this role as a Building Surveyor / Property Inspector could be your next career step.

As a Building Surveyor, you will be responsible for assessing the technical condition of a wide variety of buildings, including offices, schools, healthcare facilities, and other commercial properties. You will carry out inspections in accordance with the NEN 2767 and/or BOEI methodologies and translate your findings into clear, well-founded reports.

Your goal is to provide clients with a complete understanding of the condition of their real estate assets. Based on your inspections, you will prepare maintenance recommendations and contribute to the development of Long-Term Maintenance Plans (LTMPs/MJOPs), including financial forecasts. In doing so, you help organizations gain better control over maintenance, risks, and future investments.

What does your work look like?
This role combines fieldwork with office-based activities.

On inspection days, you will independently visit sites to assess buildings and document their technical condition. You will record building elements using our digital inspection software.

On office days, you will process inspection data, prepare technical reports, and develop Long-Term Maintenance Plans (MJOPs). You'll work on a diverse range of projects throughout the Netherlands, ensuring that no two weeks are the same.

You will have considerable freedom in organizing your work and will be responsible for planning and managing your own projects.

What will you do?

  • Inventory and inspect building components and structures
  • Perform condition assessments in accordance with NEN 2767 and/or BOEI
  • Identify, assess, and document defects and maintenance risks
  • Record inspection data using digital inspection software
  • Prepare technical reports and Long-Term Maintenance Plans (MJOPs)
  • Translate inspection findings into maintenance recommendations and cost estimates
  • Independently plan and carry out inspection activities
  • Collaborate with colleagues in building consultancy and real estate advisory services
  • Contribute to knowledge sharing and the continuous improvement of working methods

Why join us?

  • A varied role combining field inspections and technical analysis
  • High level of autonomy and responsibility
  • No emergency call-outs or reactive maintenance work
  • Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of buildings and projects
  • Strong combination of practical work, analysis, and consultancy
  • Opportunities to broaden or specialize your expertise over time
  • Small, close-knit team with short communication lines and a strong culture of knowledge sharing

Profile

  • Completed MBO-4 or Bachelor's degree (HBO) in Construction Engineering,
  • Building Engineering, or a related discipline
  • At least 2–3 years of experience in building inspections
  • Experience working with NEN 2767 and/or BOEI
  • Experience in real estate, technical property management, or project preparation
  • Experience with AutoCAD, digital systems, and reporting software
  • Valid VCA certificate, or willingness to obtain one
  • Able to work independently, with a strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail
  • Strong command of the Dutch language

We offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience (€3,500–€5,000 gross per month)
    Company car, including private use
  • A high degree of flexibility and autonomy in organizing your work
  • Diverse projects across the Netherlands (and occasionally Belgium)
  • No on-call duties or irregular service work
  • Training and development opportunities in MJOP preparation and inspection methodologies
  • Career progression opportunities towards Senior Building Surveyor or Property Consultant
  • A small, collaborative team with short communication lines and extensive knowledge sharing

About us
Planon Building Management is a subsidiary of Planon BV and consists of a team of 25 enthusiastic professionals who are passionate about their work. We are a young, dynamic, and close-knit organization where collaboration and enjoyment go hand in hand.

As a market leader in building inspections and inspection software, we are continuously evolving, with growth and innovation at the heart of our business. Our approach is strongly driven by data and AI, enabling us to work smarter, more efficiently, and further strengthen our position in the market.

We continuously improve our services by embracing the latest industry developments and innovations. We actively contribute to leading industry organizations, including the NEN Committee and the NVDO (Dutch Association for Maintenance Professionals). In addition, we develop our own proprietary inspection and Long-Term Maintenance Planning (MJOP) software.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

We know that a company is nothing without its people. Our diverse group of employees is the beating heart of Planon, and the key to our collective success. From celebrating both the big and small wins, to home working, we understand that company culture is a number one priority. Excitement, enjoyment and fun are integral to who we are and help to create a shared sense of belonging. Not only do they power our success, but they also encourage our drive and resilience.

Crucial to the personal and professional development of our people is maintaining a continuous learning culture. The Planon Academy has been set up for this reason. We encourage our people to show self-leadership, impact their personal growth and fulfil their career potential by using the range of support and tools. At the end of the day, it’s your career - we want you in the driving seat.

Our managers play a very important role in driving the talent and career development of our people. To support them in their role, we offer a specific management learning programme.

With our Healthy Hybrid Workplace framework, you have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, whether that’s from the office or home. You have the flexibility and autonomy to make sustainable choices that work for you. We believe in the benefits of coming together at the office, but we also embrace the many possibilities that working from home offers. Your wellbeing comes first.

Our application process consists of five steps:

  1. Introduction call with a recruiter
  2. First interview
  3. Assessment
  4. Second interview
  5. Offer

Learn more about our application process.

First of all, you will receive an attractive salary and benefits package. Secondly, our employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance and have multiple opportunities to grow.

Learn more about the benefits specific to your country.

Alongside developing smart sustainable building management software to support our clients on their journey to net-zero buildings, we are investing in improving the sustainability of our own operations.

In our daily activities, we adhere to sustainable business practices. We include these practices in our company values and standards, which are implemented in several ways. The UN Sustainable Development Goals play a leading role in our decision-making, and we aim to report under the CSRD and the GHG Protocol.

Learn more about Planon’s impact

We value a working culture that excludes nobody. DEIB (diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging) is essential to our company and the key to unlocking the maximum potential of our individuals and teams. In everything we do, we try to break down barriers and build connections. We focus on diversity when it comes to our people, new hires, management, and leadership. We recruit, employ, and promote our colleagues based on their qualities and abilities, and do not discriminate in any manner.

Internal education also plays a big role in our DEIB programme. The programme includes internal courses and regular workshops on topics such as how to be a hiring manager, overcoming bias and intercultural competence. The global nature of our organisation and colleagues means we especially value these competences.

Planon has offices in 16 countries. The headquarters are in Nijmegen, the Netherlands.

You are more than welcome to submit an open application here. We will contact you as soon as possible.

Schneider Electric is a global industrial technology leader bringing world-leading expertise in electrification, automation and digitisation to smart industries, resilient infrastructure, future-proof data centres, intelligent buildings, and intuitive homes.

At Schneider Electric and Planon, we're building the future together. As a new colleague, you will be joining a partnership that's redefining what smart buildings can do. Our solutions bridge the gap between building systems (OT) and business processes (IT), transforming data into clear, actionable insights. This is where you come in: helping our customers to create buildings that drive innovation, operational efficiency and sustainability.

Together, we empower our customers to lead and inspire, crafting spaces that are efficient, optimised and have a positive impact on both our users’ lives and our planet.

These are the steps of our onboarding process:

  1. You will receive a welcome letter with information about your first working day.
  2. Your manager will welcome you on your first day and give you a tour of the office.
  3. You will collect your laptop and other assets from IT and visit HR to finalise the administrative onboarding.
  4. You follow the three-day online induction course by the Planon Academy.
  5. After your probation period, your manager discusses the continuation of the employment contract with you.

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