Building Official

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Summary

 The Building Official at HR Green serves municipal clients, overseeing the administration and enforcement of local, state, and federal codes, ordinances, and regulations for all buildings and structures. This role includes plan review, inspection, and observation of construction and alterations to ensure safety. Additionally, the Building Official assists in client development and maintains superior relationships with clients. This position also involves providing indirect supervision to subordinate technical personnel.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

•  Manages the execution of assigned municipal projects.
• Ensures compliance with building criteria, develops and maintains standards for construction methods and materials, and oversees inspections of public and private buildings.
• Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs, and recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Coordinates uniform enforcement and inspection methodologies with building personnel, providing training on technical codes and operational processes related to municipal development and inspection.
• Offers technical advice, information, and interpretations regarding building codes, laws, and regulations to architects, engineers, contractors, homeowners, and others.
• Assists in recruiting employees to execute client contracts and coordinates their onboarding and training.
• Provides input to the Practice Leader on project staff performance.
• Mentors and coaches project staff members.
• Prepares and presents reports and studies, representing HR Green at municipal meetings.
• Attends and participates in professional association meetings, staying current on new trends and innovations in building inspection and plan checking.
• Contributes to marketing plans by identifying project opportunities and providing input for Go/No Go decisions.
• Assists in the preparation of proposals and client interviews.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, building construction, construction management, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Over 5 years of progressively responsible experience in construction, design, or building inspection, including at least 3 years managing and supervising people, programs, or functions involving modern code compliance office systems.
• Proficiency in computer software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Knowledge of approved and modern methods, materials, tools, and safety practices in building construction.
• Familiarity with existing building and zoning codes and regulations, and the processes for addressing code violations.
• Possess ICC Certifications or similar certifications including but not limited to Code Enforcement, Plans Examiner, Residential Building Inspector and Commercial Building Inspector

Benefits

Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package. Visit our website for detailed total rewards information.  https://www.hrgreen.com/careers/benefits/ 

Compensation Range 

$108,000 - $171,800

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Illinois Salary Transparency amendment to the Equal Pay Act of 2003. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, skills, prior work experience, competencies, and geographic work location. The total annual compensation package may consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate, after a qualifying period, in our performance and discretionary incentive bonus program(s).

HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.