Building & Code Compliance Inspector

ECS Southwest, LLP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with up to 4% match

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

Job summary

A leading national consulting firm in Austin, TX, is seeking a Code Compliance Project Manager who will lead a variety of inspections and plan reviews. The position requires over 5 years of experience in building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems. Candidates must have at least one valid ICC certification and strong project management capabilities. This role provides opportunities to work on high-profile projects and offers competitive compensation along with additional benefits including a 401(k) match and ESOP participation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in code compliance inspection and/or plan review.
• At least one valid ICC certification required; IECC Certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license required if driving for ECS.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building inspections across various systems.
• Prepare and submit inspection reports per ECS policy.
• Ensure compliance with state and local building codes.
• Manage code compliance projects and technical support.
• Mentor and train other building inspectors as needed.
• Participate in marketing and business development related to inspections.

Skills

Building inspections

Project management

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Plumbing systems knowledge

Fire protection knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

ECS is seeking a Code Compliance Project Manager to join our Southwest Facilities team in Austin, TX . In this role, you'll lead a wide range of inspection and plan review projects while ensuring alignment with state and local building codes. The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on experience in building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and/or fire protection systems, along with strong project management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform third party building, electrical, mechanical, architectural, structural, plumbing, and fire safety building inspections
• Prepare and submit daily time and Inspection/Field Reports in accordance with ECS Policy
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of state and local building code regulations, policies, and procedures
• This position also involves project management of code compliance projects, including reviewing plans, providing technical support, conducting inspections, monitoring project process for performance and budgetary conditions, proposal preparation, as well as attending project site meetings, and assisting with the resolution of technical and administrative problems
• In this position you may be expected to mentor and train other building inspectors
• Responsibilities also include assisting with management of P & L, marketing our services by maintaining and developing client interactions, and participating in marketing and business development functions related to code inspections

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in code compliance inspection of building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems and/or plan review
• At least one valid ICC certification required (B2, M2, P2, E2, Fire Inspector I or Fire Inspector II) IECC Certification is preferred
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required

Why Join ECS?

• Nationwide Facilities Consulting practice made up of more than 180 employees with deep technical expertise and opportunities for collaboration across the country.
• Opportunity to lead high‑profile projects with technical complexity and visibility.
• Be part of a growing and innovative team focused on technical excellence and client service.
• Supportive work environment that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.
• ECS is an employee‑owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership program (ESOP)!
• 401(k) with up to 4% match
• Tuition Assistance Program
• And more!

ECS Core Values

Collaborate, Focus & Lead

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee‑owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News‑Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News‑Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, clickhere.

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