Building Inspector

LEGACY ENGINEERING INC; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision

401(k) + match

PTO / Holidays

Extended break (three-week)

Job summary

LEGACY ENGINEERING INC. is seeking a Building Inspector to perform on-site inspections across our Florida territory. The role supports remote reporting from a home office while maintaining regular field site visits and periodic travel to Jacksonville for training and coordination.

You will document findings, communicate with clients and teams, and stay current with building codes and standards. The position requires lifting up to 50 lbs and driving as needed.

Qualifications

• Licenses to practice as a building inspector in Florida (Board of Building Code Administrators, Chapter 468, F.S.).
• Experience with Florida building inspections for private providers or comparable environments.
• Knowledge of CMT (density, concrete, soils) and interpretation of results.
• Ability to travel to Jacksonville for training and meetings as needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site building inspections to verify compliance with codes, approved plans and project specs.
• Conduct inspections in the field within the assigned territory and report from a home office.
• Document inspection results and submit reports in a timely manner.
• Communicate findings clearly with contractors, PMs, clients and internal teams.
• Identify non-compliant work and provide guidance on corrective actions.
• Maintain knowledge of current codes and inspection standards.
• Coordinate inspection schedules and manage daily workloads independently.
• Travel to Jacksonville periodically for training and coordination.
• Represent the company professionally on job sites and in communications.
• Travel using a company vehicle in accordance with policy.

Skills

Communication skills

Field inspections

Report writing

Team coordination

Education

Florida/ICC inspector licenses

Job description

The Building Inspector performs on-site building inspections to verify compliance with applicable building codes, approved plans, and project specifications. This position is work-from-home based, with inspections conducted in the field throughout the assigned territory. While supported by a home office for reporting and coordination, the role requires regular site visits and periodic travel to Jacksonville for training, meetings, and company coordination. The Building Inspector works independently while maintaining consistent communication with internal teams, contractors, and clients.

SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE – Company Wide:

Providing Quality Engineering at a Fair Price

Most Enjoyable Place to Work – Most Respected Engineering Firm in Town

Building Better

Business can be a powerful force for good in the world, we can and should leverage Legacy to do that in the most effective way possible.

• Team Members: Support growth of our employees and their families – personally, professionally, financially, etc.
• Buildings: Help our clients build as efficiently as possible, correctly
• World: Using our time, resources and finances to positively impact the world around us.

Core Practices

Be The Best:

• P x RMA = O
• +1 People
• On Purpose
• Keep Your Crown On

SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE – This Role:

• Perform on-site building inspections to verify compliance with applicable building codes, approved plans, and project specifications
• Conduct inspections in the field throughout the assigned territory while working from a home office for reporting and coordination
• Document inspection results accurately and submit reports in a timely manner
• Communicate inspection findings clearly with contractors, project managers, clients, and internal teams
• Identify non-compliant work and provide clear, professional guidance on corrective actions
• Maintain knowledge of current building codes, regulations, and inspection standards
• Coordinate inspection schedules and manage daily workloads independently
• Utilize company systems and technology to track inspections, reports, and documentation
• Travel to Jacksonville periodically for training, meetings, and company coordination
• Represent the company professionally on job sites and in all communications
• Travel to and from job sites using a company-provided vehicle in accordance with company policies

What We Offer:

Job Type: Full Time, Hours vary for department needs, overtime as necessary.

Location: Home-based role with regular field inspections and occasional travel to Jacksonville for meetings and training.

• Growth Opportunities: Professional development and advancement within a growing firm
• Work-Life Balance
• Meaningful Work: Be part of a team that's genuinely making a difference
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401(k) + match
• PTO / Holidays
• In addition, not out of your PTO - fully paid, three-week extended break
• Bonus opportunities

Requirements

• Must be a Licensed building inspector (Board of Building Code Administrators, Chapter 468, F.S.), structural as a minimum but other categories (1&2 family, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire, etc.) are valued.
• Demonstrated experience with building inspections in Florida (private provider or comparable)
• Working knowledge of CMT (density, concrete, soils) and how to interpret results
• Current or attainable Florida/ICC inspector licenses (list current certifications)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Residing in Florida, with ability to make periodic site visits in/around Jacksonville
• Experience coordinating with geotechnical and materials testing teams
• Existing relationships with Florida GCs, builders, or owners
• This role requires lifting of up to 50 lbs., daily. Daily bending, walking, riding in lifts, and driving for long periods throughout the day.