Building Inspector

About the role

We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Building Inspector to join our team of professionals. This position offers great opportunity for dynamic, motivated self-starters to work on a variety of work assignments. You'll be a member of our highly respected team of professionals with a full complement of resources to support you and exciting projects to keep you challenged.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections during various stages of construction
• Read and examine plans and specifications when required
• Report violations and maintain files/records
• Perform other related duties as required

Knowledge & Skills

• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology
• Interpretation of codes in the field and ability to provide code compliant solutions
• Must possess the ability to positively interact with the other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good time management, organization, and attention to detail skills
• Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and a considerable amount of independent judgment

Requirements

• State of WI Commercial Building Inspector or UDC Construction Inspector license (or ability to obtain prior to start date) required. Commercial Building Inspector license can be acquired by exam or by providing proof of one of the below:
  • ICC Building Inspector certification (residential and commercial)
  • ICC Commercial Combination Inspector certification
  • ICC Combination Plans Examiner certification
  • ICC Commercial Building Inspector and Commercial Mechanical Inspector certifications
  • ICC Building Plans Examiner and Mechanical Plans Examiner certifications
  • WI architect registration
  • WI Engineer registration
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record required
• Additional State of WI certification(s) are a plus
• Experience in municipal code inspections preferred

Physical requirements

• Mobility & Movement: 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).
• Vision & Hearing: 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.
• Manual Dexterity: Use of hands and fingers to handle tools, operate inspection equipment, and use computers/tablets for reporting.
• Work Environment: 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.

Compensation & benefits

• Competitive wages and comprehensive benefit offering including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Company car and fuel coverage
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Matching 401K Plans
• Wellness programs and more
• Career Progression through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses