Code Compliance Building Inspector

ECS Ltd; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group is seeking a qualified Building Inspector to perform third-party inspections across electrical, mechanical, architectural, structural, plumbing and fire protection systems in North Carolina. You will prepare daily time and Inspection/Field Reports and help ensure compliance with ECS policies.

The role requires ICC certifications and the ability to obtain NC Building Inspector Level I within 90 days; Level II is preferred.

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) and the ability to obtain NC Code Officials Qualification Board Building Inspector, Level I within 90 days of hire
• NC Code Officials Qualifications Board Building Inspector, Level 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform third party inspections across electrical, mechanical, architectural, structural, plumbing, and fire safety systems.
• 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: review plans, provide technical support, conduct inspections, monitor project process for performance and budgetary conditions, proposal preparation, attend project site meetings, and assist with resolving technical and administrative problems.
• Mentor and train other building inspectors.
• Assist 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.

Skills

Inspection expertise

Project management

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ICC Certifications

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

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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) and the ability to obtain NC Code Officials Qualification Board Building Inspector, Level I within 90 days of hire
• NC Code Officials Qualifications Board Building Inspector, Level 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.