Building Inspector - Kittanning, PA

About the role

Bureau Veritas is seeking a Building Inspector to support municipal clients in the Kittanning, Pennsylvania and surrounding Western Pennsylvania region. This role supports residential and light commercial construction inspections, permit-related work, and code compliance services for contracted municipalities.

Responsibilities

• Perform residential and light commercial building inspections for permitted projects
• Inspect structural and non-structural components, which may include building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, accessibility, energy, fire protection, and related systems
• Review work for compliance with approved plans, specifications, PA UCC requirements, ICC codes, and applicable local regulations
• Document inspection findings clearly, accurately, and on time
• Communicate inspection results to contractors, property owners, municipal staff, and Bureau Veritas team members
• Identify code-related issues and explain required corrections in a professional, practical way
• Serve as a trusted resource who helps projects move forward safely, consistently, and professionally

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record
• Experience in construction, inspections, contracting, code compliance, building systems, construction supervision, municipal work, or the skilled trades
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to read or learn to read construction documents, plans, specifications, permits, and inspection reports
• Good judgment, attention to detail, and follow-through
• Ability to work independently in the field while staying connected with clients, municipalities, and team members

Qualifications

• ICC certifications, such as Combination Building Inspector or related residential/commercial inspection certifications (helpful but not required)
• Prior experience performing residential, commercial, or multi-code inspections (helpful but not required)
• Working knowledge of PA UCC, ICC codes, local codes, or municipal inspection processes (helpful but not required)
• Experience with new residential construction, light commercial construction, renovations, additions, or adaptive reuse projects (helpful but not required)
• Experience as a Building Code Official, inspector, plans examiner, construction manager, superintendent, contractor, journeyperson, or trades professional (helpful but not required)
• Familiarity with plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, accessibility, or energy code requirements (helpful but not required)
• Experience supporting boroughs, townships, counties, or other local government clients (helpful but not required)
• Bilingual communication skills, including Spanish, are a plus (helpful but not required)

Skills

• Understanding of job sites
• Communication skills, both written and verbal
• Technical problem-solving skills
• Respectful communication with people in the field
• Comfort using basic computer tools

Benefits

• Competitive salary, with final compensation based on experience, certifications, licenses, and overall qualifications
• Company-matched retirement plan
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Optional life and pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing programs
• Tuition assistance and professional development support
• Employee discounts