Building Inspector - Kittanning, PA

Bureau Veritas•Kittanning, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. The Building Inspector will work from a home office and spend much of their time in the field supporting municipalities, contractors, property owners, and project teams. They will perform inspections on permitted construction projects and help ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with applicable codes, approved plans, and local requirements. Depending on experience, certifications, and client needs, this position may also support Building Code Official responsibilities for contracted municipalities. This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys variety, independence, technical problem-solving, and respectful communication with people in the field. In communities around Kittanning and Western PA, relationships matter. The right person will be professional, reliable, practical, and comfortable working with contractors, homeowners, municipal staff, and local officials.

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
Ability to read or learn to read construction documents, plans, specifications, permits, and inspection reports
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to explain technical information clearly and respectfully
Good judgment, attention to detail, and follow-through
Comfort using basic computer tools such as email, Microsoft Word, Excel, digital forms, or inspection software
Ability to work independently in the field while staying connected with clients, municipalities, and team members

Nice To Haves

ICC certifications, such as Combination Building Inspector or related residential/commercial inspection certifications
Prior experience performing residential, commercial, or multi-code inspections
Working knowledge of PA UCC, ICC codes, local codes, or municipal inspection processes
Experience with new residential construction, light commercial construction, renovations, additions, or adaptive reuse projects
Experience as a Building Code Official, inspector, plans examiner, construction manager, superintendent, contractor, journeyperson, or trades professional
Familiarity with plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, accessibility, or energy code requirements
Experience supporting boroughs, townships, counties, or other local government clients
Bilingual communication skills, including Spanish

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
Support permit issuance, inspection approvals, certificates of occupancy, and related documentation
Maintain clear and complete inspection records and reports
Coordinate with municipal clients, builders, design professionals, and internal staff
Provide reliable field support across assigned communities in the Kittanning / Western PA region
Serve as a trusted resource who helps projects move forward safely, consistently, and professionally