Code Compliance Building Inspector

Engineering Consulting Service; Memphis (TN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Tennessee seeks an experienced inspector to perform electrical, mechanical, and plumbing inspections. You'll prepare daily reports, manage code compliance projects, and mentor new inspectors. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience and valid ICC certification. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in code compliance inspection of various systems preferred.
• At least one valid ICC certification is preferred, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver's license required if driving for ECS.

Responsibilities

• Perform various building inspections including electrical and mechanical.
• Prepare and submit daily reports in accordance with ECS Policy.
• Mentor and train other building inspectors.

Skills

Code compliance inspection

Project management

Mentoring and training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Valid ICC certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform third party electrical, mechanical, architectural, structural, plumbing, and fire safety building inspections
• Prepare and submit daily time and Inspection/Field Reports in accordance with ECS Policy
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of state and local building code regulations, policies, and procedures
• This position also involves project management of code compliance projects, including reviewing plans, providing technical support, conducting inspections, monitoring project process for performance and budgetary conditions, proposal preparation, as well as attending project site meetings, and assisting with the resolution of technical and administrative problems
• In this position you may be expected to mentor and train other building inspectors
• Responsibilities also include assisting with management of P & L, marketing our services by maintaining and developing client interactions, and participating in marketing and business development functions related to code inspections

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5+ years of experience in code compliance inspection of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems and/or plan review preferred
• At least one valid ICC certification (B2, M2, P2, E2, Fire Inspector I or Fire Inspector II) is preferred, or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.