Chief Building Official

sumterlocalgovconsulting; Perry (GA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Perry is seeking a Chief Building Official to lead the Building Codes Division, administer and enforce codes governing construction, use, and occupancy, and oversee inspections of all structures.

Under the Community Development Director, you will collaborate with developers, contractors, and public staff to support safe, sustainable growth, adaptive reuse, and high-quality development while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in building code administration, permitting, plan review, and inspections.
• Strong communication, public engagement and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and enforce City of Perry and State of Georgia codes governing construction, use and occupancy of buildings and structures.
• Direct the Building Codes Division within the Department of Community Development and oversee inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and other structures to ensure code compliance.
• Collaborate across departments and with community stakeholders to improve operational efficiency, support adaptive reuse and urban development projects, and ensure high standards for safety and quality development.

Job description

Chief Building Official – City of Perry

Sumter Local Government Consulting is pleased to be assisting Perry, GA, in conducting a recruitment for their next Chief Building Official.

The City Building Official serves as the City’s Chief Building Official with responsibilities that encompass administering and enforcing City of Perry and State of Georgia codes governing the construction, use, and occupancy of buildings and structures. This position directs the Building Codes Division within the Department of Community Development and oversees inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and other structures during and after construction to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations. The position also performs related administrative, supervisory, and technical duties as required. This position plays a critical role in balancing regulatory compliance with customer-focused service, an operational oversight to ensure compliance with adopted building standards while supporting the City’s long-term development goals. While helping facilitate responsible growth and redevelopment throughout the city. The Building Official works collaboratively across departments and with community stakeholders to improve operational efficiency, support adaptive reuse and urban development projects, and ensure the city maintains high standards for safety, sustainability, and quality development. Together with a team, conducts reviews, inspections, and code enforcement to support safe, efficient, and high-quality development in the community.

Ideal Candidate

Directs and supports high-performing teams while fostering collaboration across departments and with external stakeholders. Under the direction of the Community Development Director, works closely with city officials, developers, contractors, and the public to support development initiatives, and maintain strong community relationships. Provides expertise in building code administration, permitting, plan review, inspections, and urban development practices. Demonstrates effective communication, public engagement, and customer service skills. Maintains technical expertise in Georgia Building Standards, permitting software, and regulatory compliance. Supports permitting system enhancements and process improvements to streamline plan review and operational efficiency. Assists with adaptive reuse, redevelopment, and other complex urban development projects Applies strategic thinking and project management skills to support continuous improvement and organizational goals.

Salary

Salary $80,546 - $123,600 Pay is based on experience.

Requirements

City of Perry Job Description

Benefits

Benefits City of Perry Benefits Guide