Head of Building & Codes and Inspections

City of Hanahan; Hanahan (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

State Retirement plan (PEBA)

Job summary

The City of Hanahan is seeking a Building Official to oversee the Building and Codes Department, ensuring compliance with City policies and state codes. You will supervise staff, review plans, issue permits, and enforce codes across residential, commercial, and industrial properties.

Responsibilities include coordinating with contractors, architects, and city officials, maintaining certifications, and managing the department budget. Strong leadership and code interpretation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires associate degree and 5+ years in construction/building inspection.
• Must possess SC Building Codes Council registration or eligibility for provisional registration.

Responsibilities

• Directs all activities of Building and Codes Department; oversees plan review and inspections.
• Reviews plans and ensures compliance with building codes and ordinances.
• Issue permits, certificates of occupancy, and enforcement actions as needed.
• Supervises staff, provides training, and ensures certifications are maintained.
• Interacts with City officials, contractors, engineers and the public to resolve issues.
• Maintains department budget and staff scheduling.
• Performs emergencies inspections and coordinates with other departments.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

MS Office / Adobe

Interpersonal skills

Code enforcement

Plan reading/interpretation

GIS knowledge

Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Datab,

Education

Associate's degree in construction management, engineering technology, building inspection, architecture, or related

Minimum five years of progressively responsible construction/building inspection experience

Registration with SC Building Codes Council; ICC Building Official or provisional eligibility

Must obtain/maintain ICC Certified Building Official status within 24 months

Valid driver's license

Tools

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Database software

Development and Project Management tools

Job description

The City of Hanahan is seeking a Building Official to oversee the Building and Codes Department, ensuring compliance with City policies and state codes. You will supervise staff, review plans, issue permits, and enforce codes across residential, commercial, and industrial properties.

Responsibilities include coordinating with contractors, architects, and city officials, maintaining certifications, and managing the department budget. Strong leadership and code interpretation skills are essential.