Building Official/Plans Examiner

About the Role

We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Building Official 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

• 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 ensure the highest level of customer service.
• Responsible for attending department and community meetings as required by the client.
• Perform plan reviews for both commercial and residential projects in all trades.
• Perform inspection support as needed.
• Supervise building department staff.

Requirements

• 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) certification.
• Level 2 (RLC – RPI) or Level 3 (RLC -PI) certification.
• 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.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of local building code regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Solid computer skills and experience using MS Office programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to exercise initiative and display independent judgment.
• Self-directed and self-motivated.

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.

Benefits

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