Construction Standards Inspector I

Prince George's co.; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE) is seeking an entry-level technical inspector to perform field inspections, interpret codes, and assist with enforcement across residential, commercial, and development sites in Prince George's County. This role involves reading plans, documenting findings, and coordinating with contractors and the public.

Responsibilities include issuing violation notices, preparing inspection reports, and supporting various code enforcement

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of technical experience in construction inspection and code enforcement.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class C driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret approved engineering plans and specifications.
• Conduct field inspections and issue violation notices.
• Prepare construction inspection reports and ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with contractors, owners, and the public.

Skills

Construction inspection

Code enforcement

Independent thinking

Reading engineering plans

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

About the Position

This is a entry-level technical inspection and code enforcement work to ensure compliance with codes, ordinances and standards governing site development work, environment issues and for all construction on public road right-of ways, residential, commercial buildings and development sites. This incumbent read and interprets approved engineering plans and specifications, conducts field inspections, explains and interprets codes, attempts to obtain voluntary compliance, issues violation notices, writes and prepares construction inspection reports. Assignments require independent and evaluative thinking and the application of a variety of technical methods and standards. Work is performed under the supervision of the Construction Standards Inspector IV for the assigned area (s). It is important to understand the DPIE is service agency. The incumbent is required to ensure compliance with codes, ordinances and standards governing construction ins specific functional areas (i.e., residential and commercial development – building, mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety). A significant aspect of work includes establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with contractors, owners, engineers and the general public. Work is performed indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions and temperatures and may include physical activities such as repeated bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching and lifting to thirty (30) pounds. All DPIE employees are considered “essential” and are required to participate in the Department’s Snow and Ice Control Program, during natural or man-made disasters and during other special operations as assigned. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when others are granted Administrative Leave.

About The Agency

The Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE) is responsible for coordinating and enforcing standards that control what goes on before, during, and after construction. Staff from nine agencies, who work cooperatively on permit processing, business licensing, plan review, inspection and enforcement comprise Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement. The Mission of the Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement is to promote economic development in Prince George's County and protect the safety of County residents, businesses, and visitors through efficient permitting, inspection and licensing services to ensure compliance with established building, zoning and property standards codes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• One (1) year of technical experience performing construction inspection and code enforcement work on construction projects.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class C driver's license.

An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education with course work related to architecture or engineering.
• Read and interpret engineering plans. Analyze all phases of construction for compliance with applicable codes, standards and specifications.
• A minimum of one (1) year of code enforcement and working in phases of building construction and inspections in the following disciplines: commercial building, residential, electrical, mechanical and fire and life safety.
• Two or more International Building Codes (ICC) construction inspector certifications or licensure in a construction trade.

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates: November 30 - December 4, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location:

9200 Basil Court, Larg, MD 20774

Conditions of Employment:

Upon selection, the candidate must:

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.