Certified Building Official — Lead Inspector & Code Expert

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

2 weeks paid time off

1 week paid sick leave

12 paid holidays

Company-provided vehicle

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Aoka is seeking a Certified Building Official (CBO) to supervise a team of building inspectors and lead inspection programs in the San Antonio area. You will act as a subject matter expert for the sales team, conduct client visits for complex projects, and ensure strict compliance with municipal, state, and federal building codes.

Ideal candidates bring ICC CBO certification and 5–7 years of progressive building inspection experience, with strong leadership, analytical, and client-facing skills

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

Communication

Client-facing skills

Job description

Aoka is seeking a Certified Building Official (CBO) to supervise a team of building inspectors and lead inspection programs in the San Antonio area. You will act as a subject matter expert for the sales team, conduct client visits for complex projects, and ensure strict compliance with municipal, state, and federal building codes.

Ideal candidates bring ICC CBO certification and 5–7 years of progressive building inspection experience, with strong leadership, analytical, and client-facing skills