Director and Building Code Official

University of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

University of Central Florida seeks a strategic Director and Building Code Official to lead the in-house Building Department, overseeing plan reviews, permitting, inspections, and code interpretation across campus projects. You will manage staff, budgets, and policy development to ensure safe, compliant facilities.

The role requires Florida certification as Building Code Administrator and licensure as Plans Examiner in all four trades, with extensive collaboration with architects, engineers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience with 6+ years in related field.
• Must hold Florida Building Code Administrator certification.
• Must hold Plans Examiner licensure in all four trades (building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing).

Responsibilities

• Lead Building Department operations, programs, and staff.
• Oversee budgeting, expenditures, and operational planning.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and university leadership on construction compliance and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff development

Code interpretation

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Florida certification as Building Code Administrator

Plans Examiner licensure (building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing)

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

University Operations:

The University Operations division at UCF is committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We take pride in delivering exceptional service, sharing our expertise, and upholding the highest standards to ensure a world-class campus experience.

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The Opportunity:

The Utilities and Engineering Services unit within University Operations is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to serve as Director and Building Code Official - the University's designated authority on building code compliance and the head of UCF's in-house Building Department. In this role, you'll lead a full-service department operating at the scale and complexity of a mid-sized municipality: overseeing plan reviews, permitting, inspections, code interpretation, staff development, and budget management across a broad portfolio of campus construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects, while partnering with architects, engineers, contractors, and university leadership to keep one of the nation's largest and most active campuses building safely and compliantly.

Responsibilities:

Department Leadership & Operations

• Lead and oversee Building Department operations, programs, and staff.
• Hire, develop, and ensure appropriate training and licensure of Building Department staff.
• Oversee departmental budgeting, expenditures, and operational planning.

Code Administration & Compliance

• Serve as the University's designated Building Code Official and code authority.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, regulations, and state requirements.
• Direct plan reviews, building inspections, and code interpretation activities.
• Manage permitting processes, inspection scheduling, fee administration, and recordkeeping.

Strategy & Stakeholder Engagement

• Provide strategic leadership and guidance on construction compliance, facility safety, and code-related initiatives.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures supporting construction and renovation projects.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, university stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10+ years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience. Must have State of Florida certification as a Building Code Administrator. Must hold state certification and licensure as a standard Plans Examiner in all 4 trades (building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Public Administration, Building Construction, or a related field.
• Florida Building Official certification.
• Experience serving as a Building Official, Chief Building Official, or Building Department leader within a public-sector, municipal, higher education, or similarly complex organization.
• Experience overseeing building permitting, inspections, plans review, and code compliance programs.
• Experience leading and developing professional and technical staff, including licensed code professionals.
• Experience managing departmental budgets, fee structures, and operational resources.
• Experience interpreting and applying Florida Building Code and related state regulations.
• Experience collaborating with architects, engineers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and executive leadership.
• Experience supporting large-scale capital construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated ability to develop policies, improve processes, and lead strategic initiatives related to construction compliance and building safety.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $104,664 - $156,996. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

This role requires the successful candidate to work on-site at UCF as their primary work location. On-site presence is an essential function of this role.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• And more...For more benefits information, view theUCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Department

University Operations-Building Department

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday; 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$104,664.00 to Negotiable

The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.