Building Official - Bureau Vertias North America : Job Details

**A WORLD LEADER IN TESTING, INSPECTION & CERTIFICATION SERVICES**

Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics.

This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions.

Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics.

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to:

+ Provide exemplary customer service to all individuals by demonstrating a willingness to be attentive, understanding, and responsive, fair, courteous, as well as respectful, and to actively participate in maintaining a positive customer service environment

+ Inspect commercial, industrial and residential buildings during various stages of construction and remodeling to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations. Inspections include foundation, concrete, steel, masonry, wood construction, framing, plastering, plumbing, heating and electrical installations and a large variety of other complex and routine building system elements. Depending on specific assignment, inspectors may also issue notices for violation upon failed inspections and may be responsible for approving the issuance of building permits.

+ Examine plans and specifications of new construction, additions and alterations to residential, commercial and industrial buildings to determine compliance with the provisions of applicable construction codes, ordinances and regulations.

+ Respond to code related questions from developers, builders, contractors, and/or property owners.

+ Confer with architects, contractors, builders and the public in the field and office; explain and interpret building requirements and restrictions

+ Read, research, and objectively explain and interpret building code requirements along with other laws pertaining to regulation of buildings, and tactfully communicate, orally and in writing, with staff and/or clients, while maintaining effective relationships

+ Maintain files and reports regarding inspection and/or plan review activities and findings

+ Attend and participate in meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of building inspection

+ Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

Requirements:

+ BS in construction, A/E or experience in construction and inspection

+ 5+ years of inspection, construction and management

+ ICC Commercial & Residential Inspector certifications (multiple disciplines)

+ TSBPE Plumbing Inspector license

+ CBO required

+ Current valid driver license

Preferred Skills:

+ Knowledge of general office equipment- copier/fax/scanner, phone

+ Must be able to understand and follow instructions

+ Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment

+ High energy level and able to work in a fast paced environment

Computer Skills:

Basic knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, document and database software (MS Office, Excel, Access, Adobe Acrobat). Knowledge of Building Permitting and Plan Review software such as Accela, TrakIt, Amanda, BlueBeam, OnBase, etc... is preferred.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to work outdoors and will be exposed to dust and noise. The employee will need to sit, stand, walk, or climb (ladders, etc...) for long periods of time. The employee will need to be able to see details of objects and distinguish between colors and shapes. The employee will need to coordinate movement of several parts of the body, such as arms and legs, while the body is moving. The employee must be able to hear sounds, recognize the difference between sounds, and determine from which direction a sound came. At times, it might be necessary to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out. The employee will be required to remain alert at all times.

At Bureau Veritas, we are dedicated to ensuring our employees receive fair and competitive pay, accompanied by comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

Here's a breakdown of what we provide:

The starting wage range commences at $55 per hour, subject to potential increases contingent upon factors such as experience, licenses, or certifications.

Our Health and Welfare Benefits are designed to meet your needs, with eligibility starting on your first day of employment:

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Company-matched Retirement plan

Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Life Insurance and AD&D coverage

Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Optional life and pet insurance

EAP and Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Programs

Tuition Assistance and/or Professional Development

Employee Discounts

This information is transparently provided in adherence to several state and local Equal Pay and Pay Transparency Laws.

Join us at Bureau Veritas, where your well-being and professional growth are our top priorities.

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