Commercial Building Inspector

SAFEbuilt • Tulsa, OK

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About The Position

SAFEbuilt is seeking a talented and experienced Commercial Building Inspector to perform field inspections and review construction plans for residential, commercial, and public facility projects. The position offers varied assignments and support from a team of professionals and company resources. The inspector communicates technical information to the public and other stakeholders, provides recommendations on code and standards interpretations, and documents inspection findings using permitting software.

The role involves work in both office and field settings, with frequent travel between inspection sites. Field work may involve exposure to weather and construction-site conditions and accessing elevated or confined areas. SAFEbuilt describes competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and career progression through paid training and certification-related step increases.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures and technology.
• At least 3 years of experience interpreting codes in the field and providing code-compliant solutions.
• Ability to interact positively with staff members, the public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clients.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good time management, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced atmosphere.
• Keep familiar with and up to date on different editions of the International Building Codes.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• ICC Commercial Combination Inspector certification required.
• Large commercial project experience required.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to perform frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, or kneeling; climb ladders, scaffolding, or unfinished stairways; and occasionally lift, carry, or move objects weighing up to 25–50 pounds.
• Visual acuity to read plans and observe construction details, hearing sufficient for communication in noisy environments, and manual dexterity to handle tools, operate inspection equipment, and use computers or tablets.

Nice To Haves

• ICC Inspector certifications in multiple trades preferred.
• Texas State Plumbing Inspector License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections of residential, commercial, and public facility construction projects.
• Interact with the public and explain technical information to both technically and non-technically trained individuals.
• Review residential and commercial plans and engineering calculations for building components to ensure compliance with applicable codes.
• Provide recommendations regarding interpretations of City, State, and Federal requirements, construction standards, and local ordinances.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, test results, and related details.
• Maintain computer logs of inspection reports and enter inspection results into permitting software.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance, if applicable.
• Housing stipend, if applicable.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Annual bonus.
• Certification pay increases.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Matching 401(k) plans.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid training.
• Step increases for additional certifications and licenses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed