Senior Building Inspector & Code Enforcement Lead

AFE; Spring, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Big Spring is seeking a Building Official to oversee building inspections, enforce codes, and supervise the Facilities Department, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Duties include reviewing plans, issuing permits, directing code enforcement officers, managing projects, and coordinating with boards; requires a Bachelor's in construction-related field or equivalent experience and relevant certifications; Texas driver's license and state inspection

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, public administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 3–5 years in building inspection, code administration, or related field; supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review plans for residential and commercial construction for compliance with codes.
• Issue permits for residential construction and inspect buildings for safety and code compliance.
• Supervise Code Enforcement Officers and City Facilities staff; coordinate with boards and permitting office.
• Prepare reports and maintain inspection records; oversee projects as needed.

Skills

Building codes knowledge

Leadership & supervision

Plan review & interpretation

Communication & public interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction-related field

Job description

City of Big Spring is seeking a Building Official to oversee building inspections, enforce codes, and supervise the Facilities Department, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Duties include reviewing plans, issuing permits, directing code enforcement officers, managing projects, and coordinating with boards; requires a Bachelor's in construction-related field or equivalent experience and relevant certifications; Texas driver's license and state inspection