Senior Commercial Building Inspector — USVI Field Lead

Institute for Building Technology and Safety; Christiansted (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Housing support

Job summary

Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBTS) seeks a Senior Commercial Building Inspector to conduct field inspections across the U.S. Virgin Islands, primarily in St. Croix.

This on-site role requires advanced technical expertise, independent judgment, and coordination with multiple stakeholders to ensure code compliance in healthcare, education, and critical infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in CM/Engineering/Architecture with 10+ years’ experience, ICC

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in commercial construction, inspection, or related field.
• ICC Certification or ability to obtain within defined timeframe.
• Strong knowledge of IBC and related codes.
• Experience inspecting complex commercial structures (hospitals, schools).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout USVI.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive field inspections for building, fire, and life safety codes.
• Inspect all construction phases including structural, MEP systems, and energy systems.
• Review plans and specs for code compliance and constructability.
• Identify deficiencies and document violations precisely.
• Prepare audit-ready inspection reports and maintain records.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, architects, and officials.
• Interpret codes and apply compliance and regulatory standards.
• Support QA, compliance, and regulatory oversight activities.
• Provide technical guidance with minimal supervision.

Skills

Field inspections experience

Code compliance knowledge (IBC)

Valid driver’s license

Spanish language proficiency

Independent problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture

Tools

ICC Certifications

Job description

Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBTS) seeks a Senior Commercial Building Inspector to conduct field inspections across the U.S. Virgin Islands, primarily in St. Croix.

This on-site role requires advanced technical expertise, independent judgment, and coordination with multiple stakeholders to ensure code compliance in healthcare, education, and critical infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in CM/Engineering/Architecture with 10+ years’ experience, ICC