Senior Building Code Inspector (Combination)

Established in 1996, NOVA was originally founded to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, largely in the southeastern United States.  Since our founding, NOVA has added additional service lines such as Facilities and Building Envelope, Forensics, Municipal and more. We are dedicated to providing a wide variety of projects and services with an emphasis on collaboration and safety. We offer a stimulating and inspiring work environment where our employees are recognized for their efforts and achievements and are mentored for professional growth.

NOVA Engineering is currently seeking a Building Official (Senior Inspector) in Northeast Georgia (Athens, Jefferson, Winder, Commerce, etc). Primary duties will include a variety of routine and complex technical, supervisory and administrative work in plans review and analysis, inspection, and enforcement to determine compliance with all applicable ordinances as well as accepted standards relating to building. Provides technical assistance to field inspectors in all matters relating to building. May also perform Building Code inspections and/or plans review (building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing – as licensed) on residential and commercial buildings, as well as managing specific projects related to these types of code inspections.

Essential Functions:

• Reviews codes, regulations and standards to keep abreast of the latest edition of the International Code Council (ICC) Building Code.
• Attends technical seminars.
• Participates in training conferences, and other continuing education programs to keep current with technology, maintain skills, and meet current licensing requirements.
• Building Code Review and/or Quality Control Inspections as needed
• Prepare written and electronic reports, and issue notices of correction
• Explain and interpret code and/or quality control regulations or requirements
• Recognize, evaluate and properly resolve unique problems or situations
• Maintain effective customer service relationship with clients and the public
• Assist the inspection management team with business development
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager
• Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Education
• ICC Building Official (CBO) certification is required.
• ICC certification in one or more of the following disciplines is preferred: Building (Structural), Mechanical, Electrical, and/or Plumbing
• Strong knowledge of building and related municipal codes, building inspection methods and techniques and construction materials, methods and techniques.
• Strong knowledge of erosion and sedimentation control laws and Best Management Practices.
• Strong knowledge of zoning principles and practices.
• High School diploma or equivalent education; Associates or Bachelors degree preferred
• Valid State Driver’s license with clean driving record

Check out our Perks + Benefits: 

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits: 

• Use of take-home Company Vehicle and gas card for daily travel to work sites
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Certification reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company-observed paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Company paid short term disability coverage
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

 About Nova

Currently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 18 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond. Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil/foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors. NOVA’s facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot-mix asphalt testing/inspection. We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing.  NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent

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