Building Official/Plans Examiner

• Responsible for meeting all state and locally mandated code compliance and reporting requirements.
• Apply knowledge of building codes, policies, and procedures to the day-to-day functions of the building department.
• Serve as the primary liaison with our clients in this area and is responsible for ensuring that we deliver the highest level of customer service
• Responsible for attending department and community meetings as required by the client.
• Perform some plan reviews both commercial and residential in all trades.
• Perform inspection support as needed.
• Supervise building department staff.
• Be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of local building code regulations, policies and procedures
• Have solid computer skills and experience using MS Office programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exercise initiative and display independent judgment
• Be self-directed and self-motivated
• OH Commercial Building Official (CBO) (Lvl 5) OR Comprehensive Code Official (CCO) (Lvl 6) certification required
• OH Plans Examiner certification is required.
• Plumbing and/or electrical specializations are a plus Level 2 (RLC-REI) or Level 3 (RLC – ESI) Level 2 (RLC – RPI) or Level 3 (RLC -PI)
• Level 2 (RLC-REI) or Level 3 (RLC – ESI)
• Level 2 (RLC – RPI) or Level 3 (RLC -PI)
• Additional OH certifications are a plus
• Inspection experience preferred
• Client and team management experience in a building department setting preferred
• Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, or kneeling to conduct inspections.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, or unfinished stairways to access roofs, attics, crawl spaces, and other elevated or confined areas.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 25–50 pounds (e.g., inspection tools, plans, or small equipment).

• Visual acuity sufficient to read construction plans, technical documents, and observe construction details.
• Ability to detect safety hazards and defects through visual and auditory inspection.
• Hearing sufficient to communicate with contractors, workers, and the public in noisy environments.

• Use of hands and fingers to handle tools, operate inspection equipment, and use computers/tablets for reporting.

• Work performed in both office and field settings.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow) and construction site environments (noise, dust, uneven terrain).
• Frequent driving between inspection sites and company locations within a region.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected] or you may call us directly on 970-292-2200.