Permitting & Code Compliance Inspector - Commercial Building

What You'll Be Doing

The position conducts and documents inspections/complaints related to commercial building construction projects for compliance with applicable building codes, approved plans, permit requirements, engineering standards, regulations, and guidelines.

• Review and approve building plans.
• Monitor construction sites.
• Inspect buildings/structures to ensure compliance with all related specifications and requirements.
• Work with engineers, other professionals, and Permit Technicians to ensure individual permitting cases are processed cordially and expeditiously.
• Provide written or oral feedback on findings.
• Suggest alternatives to conventional acceptable construction or installation methods or materials that comply with codes.
• Issue violation notices, citations, or stop-work orders for non-compliance or initiate abatement procedures.
• Gather evidence, prepare cases, and testify in court as an expert witness.
• Educate and disseminate technical and procedural requirements to clients, developers, engineers, architects, and other stakeholders through outreach efforts, meetings, and discussions conducted in the office or field.

This position requires the ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications quickly and accurately to ensure compliance with approved plans and applicable codes.

Much of the work is performed in a field setting with exposure to the physical demands and hazards associated with construction and other outdoor sites. This work involves walking over rough, uneven, and occasionally slippery surfaces, and climbing ladders to access elevated work areas and rooftops.

Inspector - Commercial Building Construction

Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties.

Certification (applies to all levels):
State of Maryland HVACR Inspector Certification within six (6) months of employment – failure to obtain will result in termination.

• ICC or NFPA Certification related to any aspect of building inspection or plan review.
• Experience reading and understanding construction plans.
• Experience enforcing codes and regulations relating to building/construction activities.
• Experience conducting on-site commercial building inspections.