Building Official: Inspections & Code Compliance Lead

SAFEbuilt; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Company car & fuel coverage

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401K plan with matching

Job summary

SAFEbuilt is seeking a Building Official to support the Cincinnati Metropolitan Area, OH. The role focuses on enforcing state and local codes, reviewing plans, and serving as the primary liaison with clients.

The candidate will supervise the building department staff and participate in meetings with communities to ensure high-quality customer service. Ideal candidates will hold OH CBO or CCO certifications, have inspection experience, and possess strong communication skills, with a valid

Qualifications

• OH CBO (Lvl 5) or CCO (Lvl 6) certification required.
• Plumbing and/or electrical specialization a plus.
• Level 2 (RLC-REI) or Level 3 (RLC – ESI).
• Level 2 (RLC – RPI) or Level 3 (RLC -PI).
• Additional OH certifications are a plus.
• Inspection experience preferred.
• Client and team management experience in a building department setting preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Meeting all state and locally mandated code compliance and reporting requirements.
• Apply knowledge of building codes, policies, and procedures to day-to-day functions of the building department.
• Serve as the primary liaison with our clients in this area and ensure high-quality customer service.
• Attend department and community meetings as required by the client.
• Perform some plan reviews both commercial and residential in all trades.
• Perform inspection support as needed.
• Supervise building department staff.

Skills

Building code knowledge

MS Office

Verbal & written communication

Independent judgment

Self-motivation

Education

OH CBO (Lvl 5) or CCO (Lvl 6)

Plumbing/electrical specialization

RLC-REI (Level 2)

RLC-ESI (Level 3)

RLC-RPI (Level 2)

RLC-PI (Level 3)

Additional OH certifications

Inspection experience

Client & team management experience

Valid driver's license

Job description

SAFEbuilt is seeking a Building Official to support the Cincinnati Metropolitan Area, OH. The role focuses on enforcing state and local codes, reviewing plans, and serving as the primary liaison with clients.

The candidate will supervise the building department staff and participate in meetings with communities to ensure high-quality customer service. Ideal candidates will hold OH CBO or CCO certifications, have inspection experience, and possess strong communication skills, with a valid