Lead Building Official: Inspire Code Compliance & Safety

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided vehicle

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) with 5% match

3 weeks of paid time off

12 paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Aoka is seeking a Certified Building Official (CBO) to lead a team of building inspectors in Houston. You will supervise inspection programs, enforce codes, and support the sales team as a subject matter expert. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and code enforcement across projects.

You will oversee permits, plan approvals, occupancy certificates, and provide guidance to designers and builders. Aoka offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to matched leadership experience.

Qualifications

• ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) required.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in building inspection.
• 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 and safety 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 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) to lead a team of building inspectors in Houston. You will supervise inspection programs, enforce codes, and support the sales team as a subject matter expert. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and code enforcement across projects.

You will oversee permits, plan approvals, occupancy certificates, and provide guidance to designers and builders. Aoka offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to matched leadership experience.