Senior Building Official: Code Enforcement & Inspections

City of Lubbock; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lubbock is seeking a Senior Building Official to supervise field inspections, enforce adopted construction codes, and guide staff development. You will coordinate staffing, respond to escalated disputes, and support continuous process improvements in permitting and inspection workflows.

Responsibilities include directing inspection operations, managing budgets, and coordinating with other city departments and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, public administration, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in building construction, inspection, or plan review, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct field inspection operations through Senior Inspectors or other assigned supervisors; coordinate staffing, schedules, workloads, and service priorities.
• Supervise, evaluate, and develop assigned personnel; support recruitment, onboarding, performance accountability, and personnel recommendations consistent with City policies.
• Resolve escalated inspection complaints and technical disputes; coordinate with City departments, contractors, design professionals, and regulatory agencies.
• Investigate suspected unpermitted or unlawful construction activity and coordinate enforcement procedures.
• Oversee fleet vehicle assignments, usage, and reporting for inspection operations.
• Participate in code and ordinance amendment development and implementation.

Skills

Code enforcement

Staff supervision

Written & oral communication

Budgeting & resource planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/architecture/construction management/public administration

Tools

ICC certifications

CBO certification

Texas Driver's License

Job description

The City of Lubbock is seeking a Senior Building Official to supervise field inspections, enforce adopted construction codes, and guide staff development. You will coordinate staffing, respond to escalated disputes, and support continuous process improvements in permitting and inspection workflows.

Responsibilities include directing inspection operations, managing budgets, and coordinating with other city departments and regulatory agencies.