Senior Building Inspections & Code Compliance Manager

UES, Inc.; Medley Mobile Homes (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UES, Inc. in Miami, FL is seeking an experienced Department Manager - Building Inspections to lead and oversee building inspection and code compliance operations.

The role requires strong knowledge of the Florida Building Code, plan review, threshold inspection, and related codes. This is a hands-on leadership position with about 40% billable field utilization, supporting active projects, inspections, client needs, and revenue-generating field activities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Required: ICC B1, WACEL Foundation or ACI Reinforced Concrete
• Preferred: ICC M1, P1, and E1
• 6+ years of residential or related code compliance experience
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills
• Strong technical knowledge of safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals
• Experience with budgets, forecasts, and financial management.
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Operational and project management experience
• Experience in overseeing code compliance inspections
• Ability to evaluate “Request for Proposals,” attend site meetings or converse with potential clients to develop a scope of services and associated cost estimate
• Understand companies’ goals and execute accordingly
• Understanding of human resource management principles, practices and procedures
• Strong leadership skills; strong and proven work ethic
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to analyze and correct operational issues
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language
• Highly self-motivated, self-directed and attentive to detail
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at a time
• Proactive problem solver
• Must enjoy being part of a team, have a “can do” positive attitude and be confidential with all matters
• Ability to work and interact with hands‑on level to interactions with senior management
• Ability to thrive and function in the ever‑changing environment of a growing company

Responsibilities

• Lead the day to day operations and strategic growth of the Building Inspections Department, including staff management, project delivery, financial performance, resource planning and quality.
• Maintain approximately 40% billable field utilization, including performing or supporting inspections, site visits, project activities, client engagements, and other billable field services as appropriate.
• Review plans, certifications, inspections findings, reports and technical documentation for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements within the individual's qualifications and certifications.
• Provide technical and operational guidance to plans examiners, clients, contractor, architects, and other stakeholders.
• Assist with code interpretations, field discrepancies, construction deficiencies, and complex project or operational issues.
• Ensure required reports, reviews, inspections, and documentation are completed accurately, professionally, and in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain current working knowledge of the Florida Building Code, applicable Florida Statutes, accessibility requirements, and other relevant codes and standards.
• Monitor project schedules budgets, staffing levels, backlog, utilization, and overall department financial performance.
• Ensure staff maintain all licenses, certifications, continuing education, and technical qualifications required for their assigned responsibilities.
• Recruit, train, mentor and develop department personnel to support operational and business growth.
• Develop and implement processes that improve operational efficiency, turnaround times, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Identify opportunities to expand services with municipalities, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, and other clients.
• Evaluate Request for Proposals (RFPs), attend site meetings, and communicate with prospective clients to develop scopes of services and associated cost estimates.
• Support business development efforts and assist with proposals, pricing, client presentations, and contract opportunities.
• Ensure department activities are performed in accordance with company safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Budgeting

Client relations

Team supervision

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ICC B1, WACEL Foundation or ACI Reinforced Concrete

ICC M1, P1, and E1 (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

UES, Inc. in Miami, FL is seeking an experienced Department Manager - Building Inspections to lead and oversee building inspection and code compliance operations.

The role requires strong knowledge of the Florida Building Code, plan review, threshold inspection, and related codes. This is a hands-on leadership position with about 40% billable field utilization, supporting active projects, inspections, client needs, and revenue-generating field activities.