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The Buildings or Facilities Inspector is responsible for inspecting new construction, renovation projects, existing facilities, and building systems to verify compliance with contract documents, building codes, safety regulations, maintenance standards, and owner requirements. The Inspector documents observations, identifies deficiencies, monitors corrective actions, and supports facility owners in maintaining safe, functional, and code-compliant buildings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Inspection and Compliance

• Conduct inspections of commercial, institutional, industrial, and public facilities.

• Verify compliance with applicable building codes, fire codes, accessibility requirements, and safety regulations.

• Review construction activities for conformance with approved plans, specifications, and contract requirements.

• Inspect structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and life-safety systems.

• Monitor contractor work quality and workmanship.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inspection reports.

• Document deficiencies, non-conforming work, and maintenance concerns.

• Maintain photographic records of inspection findings.

• Track corrective actions through completion.

• Maintain inspection logs and project records.

Facility Assessments

• Perform condition assessments of buildings and infrastructure.

• Evaluate building envelope components including roofs, walls, windows, and doors.

• Assess HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems, elevators, and life-safety systems.

• Identify deferred maintenance and capital improvement needs.

• Assist in developing repair and replacement recommendations.

Coordination

• Coordinate with facility owners, contractors, maintenance personnel, and project managers.

• Participate in project meetings and site walkthroughs.

• Assist with occupancy inspections and project closeout activities.

• Review contractor submittals and testing documentation as assigned.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance

• Monitor adherence to site safety requirements.

• Report unsafe conditions and practices.

• Verify compliance with OSHA and facility-specific safety policies.

• Support emergency preparedness and facility resilience initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Technology, Facilities Management, or related field preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in building inspection, facilities management, construction inspection, or building maintenance.

• Experience with commercial, institutional, healthcare, educational, government, or industrial facilities preferred.

Knowledge

• Building codes (IBC, IFC, IMC, IPC, NEC).

• ADA Accessibility Guidelines.

• Construction methods and materials.

• Facility maintenance practices.

• Building systems and building envelope components.

• Quality assurance and quality control practices.

Preferred Certifications

One or more of the following:

• ICC Commercial Building Inspector

• ICC Building Inspector Certification

• Certified Facility Manager (CFM)

• Facility Management Professional (FMP)

• OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour

• Certified Building Official (CBO)

• NFPA Life Safety Certifications

• Registered Roof Observer (RRO) (if applicable)

Skills and Abilities

• Strong observation and analytical skills.

• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and technical documents.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to prepare detailed inspection reports.

• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk active construction sites and occupied facilities.

• Ability to climb ladders and stairs.

• Ability to access mechanical rooms, roofs, and confined spaces where permitted.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Typical Deliverables

• Daily Inspection Reports

• Quality Assurance Reports

• Facility Condition Assessment Reports

• Deficiency/Punch Lists

• Code Compliance Inspection Reports

• Photo Documentation Logs

• Project Closeout Reports

• Asset Condition Inventories