Building Official

Aoka•Fort Worth, TX

2d•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Lead, Influence, and Shape Building Safety as a Building Official. Are you an experienced building professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join Aoka as a Certified Building Official (CBO) and lead a team of building inspectors while serving as a subject matter expert for our sales team — making a tangible impact on construction quality, safety, and code enforcement across DFW.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) required
Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in building inspection, code enforcement, or construction management
Proven leadership and supervisory experience
Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex code-related issues under pressure
Excellent communication and client-facing skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred
additional ICC certifications (Plans Examiner, Building Inspector) highly desirable

Responsibilities

Supervise building inspectors and manage inspection programs
Serve as a subject matter expert supporting the sales team
Conduct client visits as needed for complex or escalated projects
Administer and enforce municipal, state, and federal building codes, safety, energy, and accessibility standards
Oversee issuance of building permits, plan approvals, occupancy certificates, and inspection reports
Interpret complex codes and provide guidance to architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners
Collaborate with fire, planning, zoning, engineering, and public works departments for coordinated code enforcement
Manage appeals, code updates, and ordinance revisions
Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on inspections, permitting, and code compliance