Director, Building Official - UT Austin

At a glance

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Director, Building Official, to lead the development of a full-scale permitting and inspection operation supporting the university’s mission to design, build, and manage safe, world-class facilities. From reviewing architectural plans with the Technical Review Team to building a field team from the ground up, this role offers the rare opportunity to launch programs that will define campus operations for years to come. Relocation assistance is available, making it even easier to join this mission-driven team in Austin. You’ll report directly to the Executive Director of Operational Safety and Compliance—helping ensure that what starts at UT Austin shapes the future of education, innovation, and campus safety. Join the movement to shape safer, smarter campuses—your next chapter starts here.

Description: What you'll be doing

Another Source’s client, The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin), is hiring a Director, Building Official to join their team on-site in Austin, Texas.  

Why Join Us? https://operations.utexas.edu/ 

Join The University of Texas at Austin—a world-renowned institution where your work shapes the future. As the Director, Building Official, you'll lead the charge in creating a comprehensive building permitting operation from the ground up within a dynamic higher education environment. This is a rare opportunity to build something lasting—developing efficient, compliant processes that will serve a vibrant and growing campus community for years to come. You'll have the chance to create a program the university can take pride in and leverage for future growth, all while working alongside passionate professionals in a collaborative setting. UT Austin also offers exceptional benefits, professional development support, and a mission-driven culture where your work truly makes an impact. 

Discover UT Austin's Community: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theuniversityoftexasataustin- 

Discover the vibrant UT Austin community—where world-class facilities meet a world-changing mission. As a leader in Campus Operations, you’ll play a key role in ensuring all buildings and renovations meet UT Austin’s high standards and regulatory codes like the IBC. Here, we’re One Great Team—servant leaders who support each other’s success, manage resources with care, and are committed to operational safety and compliance alongside partners like TRT, EHS, and Fire Prevention. 

Living in Austin means being part of a dynamic, creative city with incredible food, live music, outdoor spaces, and a strong sense of community. It’s the perfect place to grow personally and professionally. At UT Austin, what starts here changes the world—and you’ll be helping to build the foundation that makes that possible. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Serve as Chief Building Code Official for UT Austin. Manage the Building Inspection team through the team lead, including schedule management and coordination with Project stakeholders. Coordinate activities with other AHJ's on campus. 

• Manage the Technical Review Team through the team lead including schedule management and coordination with project stakeholders. This includes managing the TRT process and standards, updating standards as required, advising partners in Campus Operations and ITS for changes to the standards. 

• Oversee establishment of building code requirements for use in UT Austin projects and in coordination with partner AHJ's at UT Austin. Serve as liaison to UT System, city and state code agencies and jurisdictions. 

• Serve as primary technical advisor to Planning, Design & Construction and other Campus Operations teams regarding building and campus construction codes and standards. 

Salary & Benefits: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective 

$150,000 depending on qualifications 

Relocation assistance is available. 

A real “wow” about UT Austin’s benefits are the 100% employee health premiums, 50% family coverage as well as: 

• Generous Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays 

• Retirement Plans: Employer-matched TRS pension 403(b) & 457(b) options 

• Perks: Tuition assistance, LinkedIn Learning, conference opportunities 

• Discounts & Freebies: Museum/library access, athletic tickets, free public transit 

What You’ll Bring:  

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, Construction Management or other related field. Engineering license or Architecture registration in the state of Texas, or be able to obtain a license in the state of Texas within 6 months. 

• 10 years of experience in design and construction field with 5 years of managerial experience. 

• Demonstrated willingness and ability to develop knowledge of the University of Texas at Austin regulations and mandates, and other state and federal regulatory policies. Experience with relevant software programs. Knowledge of the construction industry. 

• This job requires a class “C” operator’s driver’s license and must provide a current three-year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing). 

Full Job Posting & Link to Apply Here: https://utaustin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UTstaff/job/AUSTIN-TX/Director--Building-Official_R_00037736 

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Salary : $150,000