Code Compliance Building Inspector

Engineering Consulting Service; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Consulting Service is seeking a qualified building inspections professional in North Charleston, SC to conduct third party inspections across mechanical, electrical, architectural, structural, plumbing, and fire protection systems. You will also manage inspection reports and participate in project meetings and marketing activities.

The role requires strong knowledge of local codes, 5+ years of experience, and an ICC certification; a valid driver's license is required for on-site

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in code compliance inspection or plan review
• At least one ICC certification (B2, M2, P2, E2, Fire Inspector I or II) or ability to obtain within 90 days
• Valid driver’s license if driving for ECS

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
• Manage code compliance projects, including reviewing plans, providing technical support, inspections, monitoring budgets, proposal preparation, and site meetings
• Mentor and train other building inspectors
• Assist with management of P & L, and support marketing/client interactions and business development

Skills

5+ years experience

ICC certification

Code compliance knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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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 building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,00 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

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