Area Inspection Manager - Houston, TX

We are seeking the immediate hire of an Area Inspection Manager for our operations in the greater Houston, Texas area.

The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Regional Director of Operations - Houston/Coastal.

They will be responsible for planning, assigning, and directing the activities of inspection services staff within a regional service area, managing relationships with key clients (existing and targeted opportunities) in support of annual business plan for the business line and promoting BV within the code compliance community to achieve organic growth objectives.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Operational:

• Within a specific regional service area plans, assigns, directs, reviews, and evaluates the work of inspectors engaged in field inspection duties.
• Maintains open communications to inspectors within regional service area on important Company updates, status, and information and industry codes.
• Establish schedule for meetings on a regular basis with inspectors and key clients to review performance and to identify additional business opportunities.
• Assists the Regional Operations Director to evaluate recruitment needs and actively recruits inspector candidates.
• Coordinates training programs with the Regional Operations Director and other area inspection managers to keep inspectors current on education and training.
• Works with Regional Operations Director on inspector performance and disciplinary issues.
• Writes performance evaluations and conducts performance meetings with inspectors to provide feedback on an annual basis.
• Works with the Regional Operations Director when new hires come on board. Assists with new hire paperwork collection, equipment assignment, etc.
• Provides leadership and builds positive team chemistry on Company projects.
• Performs on-site inspection and evaluation of construction projects.
• Assists and advises clients and inspectors in matters relating to residential and commercial construction and code requirements.
• Independently recognizes, evaluates and properly resolves unique problems or situations requiring the exercise of good judgment.
• Manages and approves regional inspection team’s workload and schedules including timesheet and expense report approval.

Performance Metrics:

• Develop quarterly meeting schedule and provide quarterly summary on all meetings in a timely manner.
• Meet with each inspector within regional service area on a monthly basis and visit all agencies within regional service area at least quarterly to identify future opportunities.
• Identify and maintain minimum of 3 active business opportunities, and develop a commercial action plan in conjunction with Regional Operations Director and the marketing staff and executes plan providing regular feedback.

Education and Experience Requirements

Any combination of education or experience normally equivalent to:

• Education:
  • A high school diploma or equivalent.
    • Preferred: Additional training in building inspection, structural engineering, or a related field.
  • OR An Associate's Degree or higher.
    • Degree focus in engineering, architecture, building inspection, or related field is a plus.
    • Equivalent ICC certification level is a plus.
• Experience:
  • At least seven (7) years experience as a building inspector.
  • At least two (2) years of supervisory experience is preferred
• Required certifications & licenses:
  • ICC Combination Inspector certification and/or CBO certification preferred.
  • Must possess and maintain a State Plumbing Inspector license.
  • Must have a valid Texas driver’s license.

Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of building and related municipal codes, building inspection methods and techniques, construction materials, methods and techniques, principals of supervision, administration and management.
• Thorough knowledge of the industry and established relations with client contracts.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to work well with people.
• Positive attitude towards Company and clients.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.
• Proficient with computer programs

Working Conditions

• Successful candidate will work out of a home office, but will travel 75-100% of the time within the greater Houston area.

At Bureau Veritas, we are dedicated to ensuring employees receive fair and competitive pay, accompanied by comprehensive health and wellness benefits. Here's a breakdown of what we provide:

• The minimum salary range for this role commences at $70,000 yearly, which is negotiable contingent on factors like experience, education, licenses, or certifications.

• Eligibility for benefits starts from your first day of employment and includes:

  • 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

  • Employee Assistance Program and Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Programs

  • Tuition Assistance and/or Professional Development

  • Employee Discounts

Pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. This information is transparently provided in adherence to several state and local Equal Pay and Pay Transparency Laws.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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