Building Official

Aoka; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) match 5%

Company vehicle

Training & development

Job summary

Aoka is seeking a Certified Building Official (CBO) to lead a team of building inspectors in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, ensuring high standards of code enforcement and construction quality. You will serve as a subject matter expert for the sales team and guide inspection programs across municipal, state, and federal codes.

This role offers top compensation, comprehensive health/dental/vision benefits, a 3-week PTO starter, 12 paid holidays, a 401(k) with 5% company match, and a company vehicle

Qualifications

• ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) required.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in building inspection.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex code-related issues under pressure.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise building inspectors and manage inspection programs.
• Serve as a subject matter expert supporting the sales team.
• Conduct client visits as needed for complex or escalated projects.
• Administer and enforce municipal, state, and federal building codes, safety, energy, and accessibility standards.
• Oversee issuance of building permits, plan approvals, occupancy certificates, and inspection reports.
• Interpret complex codes and provide guidance to architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners.
• Collaborate with fire, planning, zoning, engineering, and public works departments for coordinated code enforcement.
• Manage appeals, code updates, and ordinance revisions.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on inspections, permitting, and code compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Client-facing

Communication

Job description

Location: Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
Employment Type: Full-time

Lead, Influence, and Shape Building Safety as a Building Official

Are you an experienced building professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join Aoka as a Certified Building Official (CBO) and lead a team of building inspectors while serving as a subject matter expert for our sales team — making a tangible impact on construction quality, safety, and code enforcement across DFW.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Top Compensation: $90,000–$120,000 annually, reflecting your experience and leadership
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) with 5% company match
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 3weeks of paid time off to start, 1 week of paid sick leave, and 12 paid holidays each year
• Career Growth & Authority: Supervise building inspectors, manage inspection programs, support sales as a subject matter expert, and influence company practices
• Tools to Succeed: Company-provided vehicle, access to ongoing training, and professional development opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Supervise building inspectors and manage inspection programs
• Serve as a subject matter expert supporting the sales team
• Conduct client visits as needed for complex or escalated projects
• Administer and enforce municipal, state, and federal building codes, safety, energy, and accessibility standards
• Oversee issuance of building permits, plan approvals, occupancy certificates, and inspection reports
• Interpret complex codes and provide guidance to architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners
• Collaborate with fire, planning, zoning, engineering, and public works departments for coordinated code enforcement
• Manage appeals, code updates, and ordinance revisions
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on inspections, permitting, and code compliance

Qualifications

• ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) required
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in building inspection required
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience
• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex code-related issues under pressure
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills