Chief Building Inspector, Town of Bluffton
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with supervisor, other Town management and personnel, area businesses, homeowners, contractors, architects, engineers, developers, other related professionals, and the general public. Reviews building plans. Researches alternative materials and alternative installations. Completes related administrative work. Coordinates inspections of construction sites and structures for all inspectors to ensure compliance with all codes as required by law and regulation and established Town construction practices and procedures.
Conducts inspections of construction sites and structures for compliance with all building, plumbing, electrical, gas, energy, and mechanical codes as adopted by the Town including other Town ordinances regarding setbacks and buffers; notes specific violations; ensures construction is in accordance with approved plans including completing job site reports of addressing any specific violations; and documents inspection history in computerized tracking program. Interprets codes and regulations; explains permit and compliance conditions.
Documents and maintains complete and accurate records of all inspections and any regulatory actions taken; prepares written reports and correspondence; and issues notices to correct code violations. Confers with and provides information regarding code requirements to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, the public, and other interested parties. Addresses any complaints or problems from concerned parties; takes appropriate measures to ensure an expedient resolution in a timely and courteous manner.
Education and Experience: Associate’s degree construction or a related field; and six (6) years of related work experience in field of specialization as either a foreman or manager and have at least one (1) year of experience as a Senior Inspector/Inspector II; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses or Certifications: Valid South Carolina driver’s license. Hold certifications in: Senior Inspector II; International Code Council (ICC) Certification (preferably as a Commercial Combination Inspector or Residential Combination Inspector).
Desire Certification/Training in: 2018 IRC-Plumbing, mechanical, electrical, Residential; 2018 IBC, IMC, IPC, NEC, ADA ANSI a117.1, Commercial. Special Requirements: None. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local codes related to required work. Knowledge of construction industry practices, methods, operations, and materials. Knowledge of investigation techniques and methods of inspection related to the construction trades. Knowledge of Department policies and procedures.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes and ordinances applicable to specialized area(s) of assignment. Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with building officials, other Town management and personnel, area businesses, homeowners, contractors, architects, engineers, developers, other related professionals, and the general public. Skill in preparing and delivering presentations and report findings. Skill in using computers and standard and customized software applications.