Facilities Inspector: Code Compliance & Safety Champion

Jobtailor; Gainesville (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a diligent Building Inspector to evaluate commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities for code compliance, safety, and quality. You will review plans, inspect structural and MEP systems, document deficiencies, and coordinate with owners, contractors, and project teams.

Responsibilities include generating inspection reports, tracking corrective actions, supporting occupancy inspections, and upholding OSHA and ADA standards across projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Technology, Facilities Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in building inspection, facilities management, construction inspection, or building maintenance.
• Knowledge of building codes (IBC, IFC, IMC, IPC, NEC).
• Knowledge of ADA Accessibility Guidelines.
• One or more certifications: ICC Commercial Building Inspector, ICC Building Inspector Certification, Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Facility Management Professional (FMP), OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour, Certified Building Official (CBO).

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of commercial, institutional, industrial, and public facilities.
• Verify compliance with applicable building codes, fire codes, accessibility requirements, and safety regulations.
• Review construction activities for conformance with approved plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Inspect structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and life-safety systems.
• Monitor contractor work quality and workmanship.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inspection reports.
• Document deficiencies, non-conforming work, and maintenance concerns.
• Maintain photographic records of inspection findings.
• Track corrective actions through completion.
• Perform condition assessments of buildings and infrastructure.
• Assess HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems, elevators, and life-safety systems.
• Coordinate with facility owners, contractors, maintenance personnel, and project managers.
• Participate in project meetings and site walkthroughs.
• Assist with occupancy inspections and project closeout activities.
• Review contractor submittals and testing documentation as assigned.
• Monitor adherence to site safety requirements.
• Report unsafe conditions and practices.
• Verify compliance with OSHA and facility-specific safety policies.
• Support emergency preparedness and facility resilience initiatives.

Skills

Building Inspection

Knowledge Of Building Codes

Facility Management

Quality Assurance Practices

OSHA Compliance

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Technology, Facilities Management, or related field

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a diligent Building Inspector to evaluate commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities for code compliance, safety, and quality. You will review plans, inspect structural and MEP systems, document deficiencies, and coordinate with owners, contractors, and project teams.

Responsibilities include generating inspection reports, tracking corrective actions, supporting occupancy inspections, and upholding OSHA and ADA standards across projects.