Houston Building Official – Lead Inspectors & Code Expert

Aoka; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) with 5% match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Aoka is seeking a Certified Building Official (CBO) in Houston to supervise building inspectors, enforce codes, and support sales as a subject matter expert. You’ll oversee permits, plan approvals, and inspections, and collaborate with fire, planning, zoning, and public works to ensure safe, compliant projects.

Applicants should have ICC CBO certification, 5–7 years in building inspection, proven leadership, and strong analytical and client-facing communication skills.

Qualifications

• ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) required.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in building inspection required.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex code-related issues under pressure.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise building inspectors and manage inspection programs.
• Serve as a subject matter expert supporting the sales team.
• Conduct client visits for complex or escalated projects.
• Administer and enforce municipal, state, and federal building codes, safety, energy, and accessibility standards.
• Oversee issuance of building permits, plan approvals, occupancy certificates, and inspection reports.
• Interpret complex codes and provide guidance to architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners.
• Collaborate with fire, planning, zoning, engineering, and public works departments for coordinated code enforcement.
• Manage appeals, code updates, and ordinance revisions.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on inspections, permitting, and code compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Client-facing

Job description

Aoka is seeking a Certified Building Official (CBO) in Houston to supervise building inspectors, enforce codes, and support sales as a subject matter expert. You’ll oversee permits, plan approvals, and inspections, and collaborate with fire, planning, zoning, and public works to ensure safe, compliant projects.

Applicants should have ICC CBO certification, 5–7 years in building inspection, proven leadership, and strong analytical and client-facing communication skills.