BUILDING INSPECTOR

Bureau Veritas | Marine & Offshore; California; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau Veritas in Sacramento County, California is seeking a Building Inspector to verify compliance with local building codes during construction, renovations, and inspections. You will review plans, perform on-site inspections, and prepare thorough reports to ensure safety and quality.

The role requires a detail-oriented professional capable of coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors; a valid driver's license to travel to job sites is often needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and experience in building inspection or related field.
• Certification as a building inspector or ability to obtain within timeframe.
• ICC Residential/Commercial Certifications or equivalent knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential, commercial, and industrial properties for compliance with building codes.
• Review plans and specifications to assess regulatory compliance.
• Perform on-site inspections during construction to evaluate structural systems.
• Document findings and prepare detailed reports for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to resolve issues.
• Issue permits and assist in enforcement actions as needed.
• Stay updated on codes and participate in training.
• Travel to job sites with a valid driver\'s license.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency with computer software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in building inspection or related field

ICC certifications (building inspector, plan examiner, etc.)

Tools

ICC Certifications

Job description

Building Inspector

Location:

Sacramento County, California, US

Type of contract: Casual

Posting date: Nov 6, 2026

Job offer reference: 217158

Summary

• Bureau Veritas is a global leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, helping clients to manage risk and enhance their performance in the fields of quality, health and safety, environment, and social responsibility.
• Join our dynamic team as a Building Inspector where you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safety, compliance, and quality of construction projects within our communities. As a meticulous and detail oriented professional, you will conduct thorough inspections of buildings and structures at various stages of construction, renovation, or alteration, ensuring adherence to local building codes, regulations, and standards. Your keen eye for detail and commitment to excellence will contribute to the overall safety and integrity of our built environment.

Our Mission: Shaping a World of Trust

• Guaranteeing quality, ensuring health and safety, mitigating risks, and improving performance as well as environmental protection and social responsibility… This is what Bureau Veritas is about, truly believing that it contributes to bettering society.
• Blending performance & integrity, with ambition & humility, responsibility & openness, we are proud that our people leave a mark on what they do.
• We respect our people and believe in our talents.
• We empower them to leave their mark, working as a team for the benefit of our 400,000 clients across 140 countries.
• We believe that leaving a mark is a true challenge and opportunity for every one of us, a sign of trust and impact, a bond with the future, a proof of growth and development.
• Being part of the Bureau Veritas family is more than just working, it’s being convinced that you will leave your mark…. in shaping a world of trust.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial properties to verify compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and other applicable standards.
• Review building plans, blueprints, and specifications to assess compliance with regulatory requirements and identify potential issues or discrepancies and make arithmetic calculations rapidly and accurately.
• Perform onsite inspections during different phases of construction to evaluate structural integrity, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, energy & green code, accessibility and overall safety measures.
• Document inspection findings accurately and thoroughly, including any violations, deficiencies, or areas of noncompliance, and prepare detailed reports for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to address compliance issues, provide guidance on corrective actions, and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Respond to inquiries from property owners, contractors, and the public regarding building codes, regulations, and inspection processes.
• Stay informed about changes in building codes, regulations, and industry best practices, and participate in training and professional development activities to maintain current knowledge and skills.
• Assist in the enforcement of building codes and regulations by issuing citations, stop work orders, or other enforcement actions, as necessary.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues and junior staff members and assist in the training of new inspectors as needed.
• Represent the department and interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders, fostering positive and cooperative working relationships and promoting a culture of compliance and safety.
• Issue permits for work to be performed.
• Assist in the checking of building plans (upon obtaining ICC plan examiner certification)
• Perform assigned duties within the supported agency’s guidance, culture, and approach.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Any combination equivalent to the experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be equivalent to graduation from high school and previous experience in building inspection, construction trades, construction management, or related field preferred.
• Certification as a building inspector or ability to obtain certification within a specified timeframe.
• ICC Certifications potentially to include:
• ICC Residential Building, ICC Commercial Building, ICC Residential Combination, ICC Commercial Combination, ICC Residential Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing, ICC Commercial Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing, et al.
• Knowledge of local, state, and national building codes, regulations, and standards.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify problems, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using computer software and technology for documentation, reporting, and communication purposes.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel independently to various job sites as needed.

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