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Montgomery County Government · 1 day ago

Permitting & Code Compliance Inspector-Commercial Buildings I, II, III, Grade 19/21/23

Silver Spring, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$65K/yr - $872K/yr

3+ years exp

Montgomery County Government is committed to safety, sustainability, and economic development through its Department of Permitting Services. They are seeking a Permitting and Code Compliance Inspector III to conduct inspections related to commercial building construction projects and ensure compliance with building codes and regulations.

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Responsibilities

Review and approve building plans

Monitor construction sites

Inspect buildings/structures to ensure compliance with all related specifications and requirements

Work with engineers, other professionals, and Permit Technicians to ensure individual permitting cases are processed cordially and expeditiously

Provide written or oral feedback on findings

Suggest alternatives to conventional acceptable construction or installation methods or materials that comply with codes

Issue violation notices, citations, or stop-work orders for non-compliance or initiate abatement procedures

Gather evidence, prepare cases, and testify in court as an expert witness

Educate and disseminate technical and procedural requirements to clients, developers, engineers, architects, and other stakeholders through outreach efforts, meetings, and discussions conducted in the office or field

Qualification

Building Code ComplianceCommercial Building InspectionPlan ReviewHVACR Inspector CertificationEngineering StandardsCommunication SkillsTechnical WritingCollaboration

Required

Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class 'C' (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties

Certification (applies to all levels): State of Maryland HVACR Inspector Certification within six (6) months of employment – failure to obtain will result in termination

Completion of high school or possession of a High School Certification of Completion recognized by the State of Maryland

Three (3) years of experience in a technical/professional field, inspecting commercial building construction projects to ensure compliance with building codes, approved plans, permits, and engineering standards

Reviewing and approving building plans, monitoring construction sites, issuing violation notices or stop-work orders, and collaborating with engineers, permit technicians, and other stakeholders

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

Five (5) years of experience in an engineering, technical, or professional field, inspecting commercial building construction projects to ensure compliance with building codes, approved plans, permits, and engineering standards

At least one year of experience should be in a code compliance/enforcement capacity

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in an appropriate engineering, technical, or professional field such as Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Three (3) years of experience in inspecting commercial building construction projects to ensure compliance with building codes, approved plans, permits, and engineering standards, reviewing and approving building plans, monitoring construction sites, issuing violation notices or stop-work orders, and collaborating with engineers, permit technicians, and other stakeholders

The required certifications for this level are listed below: NFPA certifications related to commercial building; or, ICC certifications and/or Plan Review certifications related to commercial building; or, Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE); or, Registered Architect (RA)

Successful completion of a pre-employment medical evaluation, which includes a physical examination and drug screening