Code Compliance Building Inspector

ECS Group of Companies; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) is seeking an experienced code compliance inspector to perform multidisciplinary building inspections, submit daily reports, and apply extensive code knowledge. The role includes project management of code compliance projects, mentoring staff, and supporting P&L management and marketing activities to grow ECS services.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, 5+ years in code compliance inspection, and at least one ICC certification (or ability to obtain

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform third party electrical, mechanical, architectural, structural, plumbing, and fire safety building inspections.
• Prepare and submit daily time and Inspection/Field Reports per ECS policy.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of state and local building code regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Project management of code compliance projects including plans review, inspections, budgeting, and meetings.
• Mentor and train other building inspectors as needed.
• Assist with management of P&L, marketing services, client interactions, and business development related to code inspections.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ICC certification preferred

Job description

Job Responsibilities and Qualifications

• 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
• 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

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 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) 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.