Data Center Inspection Manager - Lubbock

Bureau Veritas•Floydada, TX

25d

About The Position

The Data Center Inspection Manager plans, assigns, directs, reviews, and evaluates inspection services staff within a data center project. Working under the direction of the West Texas Regional Director, the role manages relationships with existing and prospective clients, supports the business line’s annual business plan, and promotes Bureau Veritas within the code compliance community to support organic growth. The manager leads inspectors, coordinates their training and performance management, supports recruitment and onboarding, and oversees team workloads, schedules, timesheets, and expense reports. The role also performs on-site construction inspections, advises clients and inspectors on construction and code requirements, and resolves unusual problems using sound judgment. It includes regular meetings with inspectors and clients to review performance and identify business opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in building inspection, structural engineering, or a related field is preferred.
At least seven years of experience as a building inspector.
Strong knowledge of building and related municipal codes, inspection methods and techniques, construction materials and methods, and principles of supervision, administration, and management.
Thorough knowledge of the industry and established relations with client contacts.
Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to work well with people.
Positive attitude toward the Company and clients.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.
Proficiency with computer programs.
Valid Texas driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in engineering, architecture, building inspection, or a related field, or equivalent ICC certification level.
At least two years of supervisory experience.
ICC Combination Inspector certification and/or CBO certification.
State Plumbing Inspector license.

Responsibilities

Plan, assign, direct, review, and evaluate inspectors’ field work within a data center project.
Communicate Company updates, project status, and industry codes to inspectors.
Schedule regular meetings with inspectors and key clients to review performance and identify additional business opportunities.
Assist in evaluating recruitment needs and recruit inspector candidates.
Coordinate training programs to keep inspectors’ education and training current.
Work with management on inspector performance and disciplinary matters.
Write performance evaluations and conduct annual performance meetings with inspectors.
Support onboarding of new hires, including paperwork collection and equipment assignment.
Provide leadership and build positive team chemistry on Company projects.
Perform on-site inspection and evaluation of construction projects.
Advise clients and inspectors on construction and code requirements.
Recognize, evaluate, and resolve unique problems or situations requiring good judgment.
Manage and approve the inspection team’s workload and schedules, including timesheets and expense reports.
Develop a quarterly meeting schedule and provide timely quarterly summaries of meetings.
Meet monthly with each inspector on the project and visit all clients at least quarterly to identify future opportunities.