Building Inspector

Bureau Veritas•Miami Dade Operations, FL

12d

About The Position

CAP Government, Inc. is seeking a licensed Building Plans Examiner and Inspector to provide inspection and plan review services for construction projects. The role involves interpreting and applying building regulations, reviewing construction blueprints and project documents, conducting inspections, and addressing customer questions about codes and review procedures. Some travel may be required for inspections or project management in the assigned area. The position requires a professional demeanor, technical and industry experience, and the ability to work as part of a team. The Building Inspector reviews residential and commercial permits for code compliance, communicates code requirements and violations, maintains project and customer-service records, and performs related administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

Licensed General Contractor for a minimum of five years, or a State of Florida Plan Review License (PX) in building, or a State of Florida Inspector License (BN) in building, or ICC Residential and/or Commercial Plans Examiner and/or Inspection certification in building.
Must be certified or certifiable as a Building Plans Examiner by the Miami-Dade and/or Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA).
Knowledge of the Florida Building Code and other regulations pertaining to construction and development.
Ability to understand and interpret codes and evaluate project proposals and projects under construction for conformance with code requirements.
Professional demeanor, technical and industry experience, and ability to work as a team player.

Responsibilities

Examine building permit applications and supporting documents—including blueprints, specifications, surveys, product approvals, and shop drawings—for compliance with the Florida Building Code and other applicable regulations.
Prepare written and electronic reports and issue notices of correction.
Identify, evaluate, and resolve unique problems or situations.
Meet with design professionals, contractors, and other interested parties to discuss technical code issues arising during plan review.
Prepare and maintain required records and reports.
Inspect buildings and other facilities for compliance with the Florida Building Code and related regulations, as required by the supervisor.
Respond to inquiries from homeowners, property owners, contractors, architects, engineers, and others regarding codes and review procedures.
Perform general administrative and office work, including attending meetings, preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, and answering telephone calls.
Receive, review, prepare, and submit records and reports such as building plans, shop drawings, engineering reports, permit applications, job pricing records, code-compliance complaints, and correspondence.
Communicate with supervisors, coworkers, department personnel, property owners, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, County personnel, and the general public.
Review residential and commercial permits to ensure compliance with applicable codes.
Explain and enforce applicable code provisions; issue verbal and written notices and citations for code violations.
Assist in resolving complex or sensitive customer-service issues in person, by telephone, or in writing.
Maintain records and documents of customer-service issues and their resolutions.
Research complaints and problems relating to commercial and residential work and code compliance.
Maintain high ethical, honesty, and moral standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager.