Building Official

BPR Consulting Group, LLC; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous paid time off

Health benefits

401k plan

Job summary

A consulting firm in California is seeking a Building Official/Senior Plans Examiner. Responsibilities include managing building department operations, conducting plan reviews, and performing inspections. The ideal candidate has over five years of relevant experience and must hold ICC certifications. The role offers a competitive salary between $45 and $60 per hour, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Five plus years as a building official or plans examiner.
• Knowledge in plan review and construction processes.
• Experience with California Building Codes.

Responsibilities

• Manage Building Department operations for assigned clients.
• Conduct plan reviews and field inspections.
• Issue Certificates of Occupancy.

Skills

Knowledge of building codes

Effective communication

Ability to work independently

Political awareness

Client focus

Education

ICC Certified Building Official certification

ICC Plan Review certifications

Five or more years in a building department role

Job description

BPR Consulting Group (www.bpr-grp.com) is seeking an experienced and certified Building Official/Senior Plans Examiner to join our growing company and serve one of our key clients.

The successful candidates must possess the ability to work independently, communicate effectively and maintain professional working relationships with clients, coworkers, and permit applicants. Political awareness along with the ability to work with elected officials, City officials and the department customers will be essential to the success of the selected individuals.

Come Grow with Us!

BPR Consulting Group is growing and so are our advancement opportunities. We are a results-oriented company and measure success through outcomes. Integrity and trust is paramount to our success and our focus on always doing the right things for our clients and staff. We are committed to working in a professional and collaborative manner to efficiently meet the needs of our clients.

Essential Duties

The essential duties noted below are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, functions, and skills. They are intended to be a summary of key job responsibilities and duties.

1. Manages Building Department operations for an assigned client agency.
2. Apply knowledge of building codes, policies, and procedures to the day-to-day functions of a building department.
3. Consults with engineers, architects, developers, contractors, and the public on construction and building code issues, responds to questions regarding codes and regulations.
4. Plan review of minor projects for residential and commercial building, alterations, remodels, and additions.
5. Performs field inspections on all phases of residential and commercial construction.
6. Issues Certificates of Occupancy for completed projects.
7. Create and maintain reports, plan review files and inspection logs for all building projects.
8. Maintain clients permitting database.
9. Perform all work consistent with BPR’s and Clients policies and procedures.
10. Provide all services in an efficient, proactive, and client focused manner.

Benefits

BPR offers a compensation package consisting of a competitive annual base salary with incentive opportunities based on overall operational profitability as well as personal developmental goals. We offer a generous paid time off policy which combines vacation and sick leave. Our health benefit package includes major medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability insurances, a flexible spending account option and company sponsored 401k plan.

Desired Qualifications

• Five (5) plus years as a building official or plans examiner for a local or state fire or building department or equivalent related experience.
• Must possess knowledge and application of plan review and construction processes.
• Experience in the interpretation and application of building codes.
• Advanced knowledge of California Building Codes.
• Good driving record.

Certification Requirements

• ICC Certified Building Official certification
• ICC Plan Review certifications preferred

Compensation

BPR Consulting Group offers competitive wages and has a strong benefit offering including automobile allowance.

$45 - $60 an hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

BPR Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, legally protected medical condition, gender identity, age, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other bases protected by federal law. Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodation needed, in writing, for the application and/or interview phase.

BPR Consulting Group participates in E-Verify. For more information please review the E-Verify Participation poster available here.