Senior Building Official — Lead Inspectors & Code Expert

Gfoat; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided vehicle

Ongoing training

Career development opportunities

Paid time off

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Aoka seeks a Certified Building Official to lead a team of inspectors and act as a subject matter expert for the sales team, driving safety and building code compliance across the area.

You will supervise inspectors, enforce building codes, review plans, and guide clients including architects and contractors. This role combines leadership with deep technical expertise to shape building practices.

Qualifications

• ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) required; additional ICC certifications (Plans Examiner, Building Inspector) highly desirable.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in building inspection.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex code-related 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 as needed 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

Supervisory experience

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

ICC Building Official Certification (CBO)

Job description

Aoka seeks a Certified Building Official to lead a team of inspectors and act as a subject matter expert for the sales team, driving safety and building code compliance across the area.

You will supervise inspectors, enforce building codes, review plans, and guide clients including architects and contractors. This role combines leadership with deep technical expertise to shape building practices.