Senior Construction Inspector

Prince-William-County-Government; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VRS retirement

401a plan

457 retirement plan

Paid annual leave

Paid personal leave

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Group medical and dental health plans

Group life insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Prince William County Government's Fire & Rescue Fire Marshal's Office seeks a Senior Construction Inspector to oversee fire prevention in new and existing construction, focusing on fire protection systems and devices for compliance with codes.

The chosen candidate will engage with contractors and county officials, serve as SME in VCC, NFPA, and VSFPC, and demonstrate multitasking, integrity, and strong communication skills. This full-time role offers benefits and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. with 3 years of fire and life safety inspections experience.
• NFPA 1030 and Virginia construction code knowledge; preferred DHCD inspector; NCPCCI/ICC 3B certification.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Inspect fire and life safety systems in new and existing construction for code compliance (USBC, IFC, VSFPC).
• Serve as SME to inspectors, contractors, project managers, and county staff on fire prevention matters.
• Communicate findings, manage expectations, and maintain documentation per codes and county policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

De-escalation ability

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Office 365

EnerGov HTML5

IG Inspect

Job description

Do you want to save lives and property before 9-1-1 is ever called? Do you want to make a real difference EVERY day you’re on the job? Are you ready for that next step in your professional development and career?

The PWC Department of Fire & Rescue Fire Marshal's Office is looking for top quality candidates who would be responsible for fire prevention in new and existing construction. We are seeking a Senior Construction Inspector as part of a team that covers fire protection systems, controls, and devices for compliance with approved plans and the state building and fire codes.

About This Role:

The successful candidate will have primary and secondary contact with contractors, project managers, elected officials, businesses, and other county agencies that engage with the Office of the Fire Marshal. The selected individual will be a subject matter expert (SME) in the Virginia Construction Code (VCC) and NFPA standards related to Fire and Life Safety systems, and the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code (VSFPC). The candidate will be a dynamic and adaptable individual that can multitask, de-escalate negative situations, and manage expectations, and understand the county services related to the FMO. In addition, the candidate must be detail oriented, possess a high level of integrity, and be able to communicate well.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D. and 3 years of experience in conducting inspections of fire and life safety systems in accordance with the codes (USBC, IFC, VSFPC), NFPA standards and accepted practices.

Preferences:

• Fire Inspector I and II to the NFPA 1030 standard.
• Fire Prevention and Fire Protection systems inspector form DHCD.
• Certified 3B Inspector from an accepted Board (ICC or NCPCCI)
• Personal integrity and a demonstrated ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality
• Thorough knowledge of Office 365 Office Suite, EnerGov HTML5, and IG Inspect.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

Special Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Driver's License

Background checks, which may include but are not limited to: Criminal History Check, Credit History Check, Education Verification Check, License Verification Check, and/or fingerprinting may be required as posted in the job advertisement.

Fire & Rescue Requirement: Effective October 2012, mandated by the Virginia State Board of Health 12VAC5-31-540, VA EMS Regulations require a criminal background check conducted by the Central Crime Records Exchange and the National Crime Information Center via Virginia State Police; and a driving record transcript from the individual’s state Department of Motor Vehicles.

National Certification Program for Construction Code Inspectors (NCPCCI) or International Code Council (ICC) Fire Protection General Exam 3B must be successfully obtained within 18 months from the hire date.

Work Schedule:

This is a 37.5 hours per week, full-time non-exempt position with working hoursMonday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.

Starting Salary Range

$31.96-$45.42 per hour

We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information.

NOTE:

The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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