Director and Building Code Official

University of Central Florida•Orlando, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utilities and Engineering Services unit within UCF University Operations is seeking a strategic, collaborative leader to serve as Director and Building Code Official. The Director is the University's designated authority on building code compliance and leads UCF's in-house Building Department, a full-service department operating at the scale and complexity of a mid-sized municipality. The role oversees plan reviews, permitting, inspections, code interpretation, staff development, and budget management across campus construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects. The Director partners with architects, engineers, contractors, university stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to support safe, compliant construction across UCF's campuses. This role is based on-site at UCF, with on-site presence designated as an essential function. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The position may involve driving to locations on and off campus for University business and requires a valid Class E driver's license. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship and H-1B transfers are unavailable. The anticipated salary range is $104,664 to $156,996, with final compensation based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and 10 or more years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree and 6 or more years of relevant experience.
State of Florida certification as a Building Code Administrator.
State certification and licensure as a standard Plans Examiner in all four trades: building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.
Valid Class E driver's license.
Authorization to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship and H-1B transfers are not available.
Ability to work on-site at UCF as the primary work location.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Public Administration, Building Construction, or a related field.
Florida Building Official certification.
Experience serving as a Building Official, Chief Building Official, or Building Department leader within a public-sector, municipal, higher education, or similarly complex organization.
Experience overseeing building permitting, inspections, plans review, and code compliance programs.
Experience leading and developing professional and technical staff, including licensed code professionals.
Experience managing departmental budgets, fee structures, and operational resources.
Experience interpreting and applying Florida Building Code and related state regulations.
Experience collaborating with architects, engineers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and executive leadership.
Experience supporting large-scale capital construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated ability to develop policies, improve processes, and lead strategic initiatives related to construction compliance and building safety.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee Building Department operations, programs, and staff.
Hire, develop, and ensure appropriate training and licensure of Building Department staff.
Oversee departmental budgeting, expenditures, and operational planning.
Serve as the University's designated Building Code Official and code authority.
Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, regulations, and state requirements.
Direct plan reviews, building inspections, and code interpretation activities.
Manage permitting processes, inspection scheduling, fee administration, and recordkeeping.
Provide strategic leadership and guidance on construction compliance, facility safety, and code-related initiatives.
Develop and implement policies and procedures supporting construction and renovation projects.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, university stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.