Building Inspector

Benelux•Miami Dade Operations, FL

11d

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 in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The role involves interpreting and applying the Florida Building Code and other construction regulations, reviewing construction plans and related documents, and inspecting buildings and other facilities for code compliance. Some travel may be required for inspections and/or project management in the assigned area. Candidates should have a professional demeanor, technical and industry experience, and the ability to work as part of a team. The position also involves communicating with property owners, contractors, design professionals, County personnel, and the public; resolving customer service issues; maintaining records; and performing general administrative duties. The employer offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Requirements

Licensed General Contractor for a minimum of five years, or a State of Florida Building Plan Review License (PX), or a State of Florida Building Inspector License (BN), or ICC Residential and/or Commercial Plans Examiner or Building Inspection certification.
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 code conformance.
Professional demeanor, technical and industry experience, and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Examine building permit applications, blueprints, specifications, surveys, product approvals, shop drawings, and other documents for compliance with the Florida Building Code and related regulations.
Prepare written and electronic reports and issue notices of correction.
Recognize, 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.
Respond to inquiries from homeowners, property owners, contractors, architects, engineers, and others about 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/or submit records and reports, including building plans, shop drawings, engineering reports, permit applications, job pricing records, code compliance complaints, and correspondence.
Communicate with supervisors, coworkers, department personnel, property and homeowners, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, County personnel, and the general public.
Review residential and commercial permits for conformance with applicable codes.
Enforce and explain applicable code provisions.
Issue verbal and written notices of code violations and citations.
Assist in resolving complex and sensitive customer service issues and document the issues and their resolutions.
Research problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential work and code compliance.
Maintain high ethical, honesty, and moral standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager.