Building Official

Willdan•Mesa, AZ

11d•$65 - $70

About The Position

Public Agency Resources (PARS), a subsidiary of Willdan Group Inc., is hiring a full-time Building Official near the Mesa, Arizona area. The role oversees building permitting, plan review, inspections, code compliance, and related administrative and project activities. It also manages building and safety personnel and projects, supports clients and public agencies, and contributes to business development and professional outreach.

Requirements

5–10 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
ICC Certified Building Official.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizations.
Knowledge of building-related codes and ordinances enforced by a jurisdiction, including International Code Council (ICC) codes.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

Review, request, and issue building permits.
Examine plans and specifications for new construction, additions, and alterations to residential and commercial buildings for compliance with applicable construction codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations.
Inspect existing buildings and premises for changes in use or occupancy and for compliance.
Survey existing buildings for maintenance deficiencies, housing violations, and hazardous conditions.
Inspect buildings during and after construction to verify that components meet building standards.
Provide information and assistance to architects, engineers, contractors, builders, and the public; explain applicable codes, ordinances, and zoning regulations.
Observe conditions and issue correction notices to responsible parties.
Collect evidence and prepare reports concerning uncorrected violations.
Interpret legal requirements and recommend compliance procedures to contractors, developers, and owners.
Maintain inspection and plan-check records, files, and reports.
Testify at appeal hearings concerning alleged building-code noncompliance.
Train inspection, plan-check, and administrative personnel.
Manage building and safety plan-review, inspection, and administrative personnel.
Manage building and safety projects, including client liaison, agency coordination, scheduling, and budgeting.
Maintain working relationships with individuals and departments while acting independently on technical matters.
Address and anticipate customer business, financial, operational, and service needs, and recommend appropriate solutions.
Present to clients, city councils, boards, and commissions.
Build relationships with ICC representatives and local chapters and attend local building and safety chapter meetings and other events to promote Willdan.
Plan and manage the annual conference schedule, including exhibit and sponsorship coordination, booth logistics, advertising, and marketing materials.
Attend relevant meetings and conferences and stay current on trends and innovations in building inspection, plan examination, codes, and ordinances.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with contracted parties.
Evaluate, prepare, write, communicate, and present proposals in coordination with the internal proposal and marketing team.
Assist in developing marketing plans, strategies, and related materials.
Maintain files, records, and reports regarding Building Official and Building Department Manager activities and findings.