Chief Building Safety Officer

City of Raleigh North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Raleigh is seeking an experienced Chief Building Official to oversee building code enforcement, inspections, and plan review within the Building Safety Division. This leadership role ensures safe and compliant construction while supporting Raleigh's growth and delivering excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with effective leadership, sound judgment, and a commitment to public safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Lead building safety operations and enforce the NC State Building Code across plan review and inspections.
• Supervise and develop inspection and plan review staff; set performance expectations and accountability.
• Provide technical expertise and interpret complex building code requirements for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee building inspections and plan reviews to ensure code compliance.
• Support budgeting, resource planning, and strategic departmental initiatives.
• Mentor staff and promote continuous professional development.
• Keep abreast of changes to building codes and industry standards to maintain readiness.
• Collaborate with City departments, contractors, developers, and regulatory agencies on complex issues.

Skills

Leadership

Code interpretation

Staff development

Public safety

Communication

Project management

Data-driven decisions

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency

Equivalent combination of training/experience

Tools

EnerGov

Job description

The City of Raleigh is seeking an experienced Chief Building Official to oversee building code enforcement, inspections, and plan review within the Building Safety Division. This leadership role ensures safe and compliant construction while supporting Raleigh's growth and delivering excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with effective leadership, sound judgment, and a commitment to public safety and continuous improvement.