Building Official

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided vehicle

Ongoing training

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Aoka is seeking a Certified Building Official to lead a team of inspectors in Houston, directing inspection programs and serving as the SME for the sales team. You will enforce building codes and manage permits, providing guidance across architects, engineers, and contractors.

The role requires ICC CBO certification, 5–7 years of progressive inspection experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication. A vehicle is provided and ongoing training is available.

Qualifications

• ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) is 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

Communication

Analytical thinking

Supervisory experience

Client-facing

Education

ICC Certified Building Official (CBO)

Job description

Location: Houston, 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 Houston.

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