Chief Building Official & Permitting Leader

BOAF; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Sarasota seeks a Building Official to lead the Building and Permitting Divisions. You will plan, supervise and evaluate programs, review plans, and inspect construction to ensure compliance with codes.

As Chief Building Official, you will oversee budgets and staff, coordinate with the City Manager and Commission, and represent the department to trade groups and public forums. Requires Florida certifications and a valid license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Building Construction, Architecture or related field.
• Ten years progressively responsible experience in building construction, engineering or architecture, five years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Must be certified as a Building Official within six months of appointment, and Florida Fire Inspector certification within one year.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director in planning, directing, and evaluating Building and Permitting Compliance programs.
• Act as Building Official and Chief Building Official for plan review, inspections and code administration.
• Represent the department to the City Manager, City Commission and industry groups; supervise staff and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budget planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Building Construction, Architecture or related field

Job description

The City of Sarasota seeks a Building Official to lead the Building and Permitting Divisions. You will plan, supervise and evaluate programs, review plans, and inspect construction to ensure compliance with codes.

As Chief Building Official, you will oversee budgets and staff, coordinate with the City Manager and Commission, and represent the department to trade groups and public forums. Requires Florida certifications and a valid license.