Senior Building Official - Codes & Compliance Leader

Aoka LLC; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with 5% match

3 weeks paid time off

1 week paid sick leave

12 paid holidays

Company-provided vehicle

Job summary

Aoka LLC is seeking a Certified Building Official (CBO) to supervise a team of building inspectors, oversee permit issuance and plan approvals, and administer municipal, state, and federal codes across the Dallas/Fort Worth market. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in busy project environments.

You will serve as a subject matter expert for the sales team, interpreting complex codes for architects, engineers, and contractors; drive inspection programs; manage appeals

Qualifications

• ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) required; additional ICC certifications desirable.
• Minimum 5–7 years in building inspection, code enforcement, or construction management.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Strong analytical skills for complex code 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, safety, energy, and accessibility 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 accurate records and prepare reports on inspections, permitting, and code compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

ICC Certified Building Official (CBO)

Job description

Aoka LLC is seeking a Certified Building Official (CBO) to supervise a team of building inspectors, oversee permit issuance and plan approvals, and administer municipal, state, and federal codes across the Dallas/Fort Worth market. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in busy project environments.

You will serve as a subject matter expert for the sales team, interpreting complex codes for architects, engineers, and contractors; drive inspection programs; manage appeals