Category Manager jobs in Sarasota, FL

MUST CARRY A FLORIDA STANDARD INSPECTOR LICENSE (CATEGORY BN) AND HAVE BUILDING INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. A HOME INSPECTOR LICENSE DOES NOT QUALIFY.

Licensed Building Code Inspector

JOB SUMMARY:

Specialty Inspectors, LLC is currently looking for energetic, driven, and hardworking individuals to join our growing team. The Licensed Building Code Inspector will conduct inspections of building construction projects to confirm compliance with Building Codes and other regulatory requirements. The work involves reviewing building plans and other documents; the interpretation and application of codes and regulations; and performing visual inspections required by law for each phase of construction to determine compliance with applicable codes. Additionally, the Licenced Building Code Inspector is responsible for documenting observed conditions and completing inspection reports. This is a field position and travel within the assigned area is required for inspections and/or managing projects.

Prospective applicants must be self-driven and able to read blueprints, understand construction methods, work independently, manage multiple projects concurrently, and produce accurate results while meeting deadlines. This position requires a Florida Standard Inspector License Category BN.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Inspects buildings for compliance with the Florida Building Code and all other related regulations as required

· Meets with design professionals, contractors, and other stakeholders to discuss technical code issues which arise

· Coordinate with Operations team for updates regarding inspection status for timely completion; and inform Operations team and clients of pass/fail inspection results

· Recognizes, evaluates, and properly resolves unique problems or situations

· Prepare and maintain all required records and reports

· Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with municipal Building Departments, clients, and other project stakeholders

· Escalate client concerns to immediate supervisor for prompt resolution

· Work with Operations team and clients to establish daily inspection schedules based on inspection types, locality, and priority

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Coordinate with internal cross-departmental teams, clients, and other stakeholders

· Adhere to all company policies and procedures

· Adhere to company communication standards

· Perform other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

· Thorough understanding of local Building Codes and regulations

· Ability to describe in detail observations made at a job site

· Detail oriented

· Ability to read blueprints and other construction documents

· Good understanding of construction materials and methods including concrete, masonry, wood framing, and stucco

· Clear and effective oral and written communication skills

· Good time-management and organizational skills

· Professional and team orientated

· Strong interpersonal skills

· Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

· Ability and willingness to travel within assigned area

· Must be able to work in extreme climate conditions

· Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time; walk, bend, reach, and climb in a job site setting

· Ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects

· Current driver’s license; clean driving record

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

· High School diploma or equivalent is required

· Minimum 5 years construction-related experience is required

· Possess OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire

· State of Florida Plan Review License (PX) in building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing; or

· State of Florida Inspector License (BN) in building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing; or

· State of Florida Professional Engineer License (PE) in MEP; or

· ICC Residential & Commercial Plans Examiner and/ or Inspection certification in building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Experience:

• construction related plus license or ability to obtain: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Florida Standard Inspector License Category BN (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sarasota, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road