Senior Building Inspector | ICC-Certified Field Leader

Willdan Group, Inc.; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Willdan Group Inc. invites applications for a full-time I CC-Certified Senior Building Inspector in Hartford County, MD.

The role focuses on performing inspections before, during, and after construction to ensure compliance with building codes and safety standards. The ideal candidate has ICC certification and 10+ years of relevant experience, with strong communication skills for homeowners and contractors and the ability to mentor junior inspectors.

Qualifications

• ICC certification is required.
• 10+ years of experience in building construction, inspection, or related field.
• Knowledge of building materials, fire safety standards, and construction methods.
• Ability to read/interpret construction plans and technical documents; communicate effectively with the public.
• Proficient in using computer applications for record-keeping and permit tracking.
• Ability to exercise firmness, tact, and impartiality in enforcing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections before, during, and after construction to ensure compliance with safety, structural, and building code regulations.
• Issue violation notices, stop-work orders, and permits for construction.
• Document results of inspections.
• Effectively communicate findings to homeowners and contractors.
• Coordinate with and assist other field inspectors; pick up extra inspections as needed.
• Explain and clarify code-related problems with contractor field personnel.
• Communicate and uphold standards consistently.
• Conduct building damage assessment inspections.
• Provide training and mentoring to current inspectors, coordinate and assist in staff selection.
• Follow up on phone calls and compliant issues.
• Handle customer service issues for walk-ins seeking code clarification.
• Serve as a resource for inspectors in the field.
• Interpret and apply standards for Building, Electrical, Elevator, Mechanical, Plumbing.
• Conduct ride along with field inspectors to provide ongoing supervision and feedback.
• Maintain awareness of new developments in inspections; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.

Skills

Experience in building inspection

Reading/interpretation of construction

Communication with the public

Computer record-keeping

Enforcing regulations

Good judgment and impartiality

Education

ICC certification

Job description

Willdan Group Inc. invites applications for a full-time I CC-Certified Senior Building Inspector in Hartford County, MD.

The role focuses on performing inspections before, during, and after construction to ensure compliance with building codes and safety standards. The ideal candidate has ICC certification and 10+ years of relevant experience, with strong communication skills for homeowners and contractors and the ability to mentor junior inspectors.