Building & Code Compliance Inspector

ECS Group of Companies; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with up to 4% match

Tuition Assistance Program

Competitive salary

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Richmond, VA seeks a Code Compliance Project Manager to lead inspections and plan reviews, ensuring adherence to state and local codes. You will coordinate multiple disciplines including building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, and drive project outcomes through effective management.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on experience and strong communication skills, with ICC certifications and a minimum five years in code compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in code compliance inspection or plan review.
• ICC certification (B2, M2, P2, E2, Fire Inspector I/II) required.
• Valid driver’s license if driving for ECS subsidiaries.

Responsibilities

• Perform third party building inspections across disciplines.
• Prepare and submit daily time and inspection reports.
• Demonstrate knowledge of state/local building code regulations.
• Manage code compliance projects, including plan reviews, meetings, and budgeting.
• Mentor and train junior inspectors.
• Support marketing and client development efforts related to code inspections.

Skills

Project management

Building inspections

Code compliance knowledge

Mentoring/training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

ECS is seeking a Code Compliance Project Manager to join our Mid-Atlantic Building Science & Infrastructure team in Richmond, VA. 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)
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required

Why Join ECS?

• Nationwide Building Science & Infrastructure 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

The expected pay range for this role and location is $68k - $105k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

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 building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,00 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.