Building Code Administrator

Manatee County, FL

Hello, 
 
My name is David, and I am a Recruiter with The Fountain Group. We are a national staffing firm and are currently seeking a Building Code Administrator for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Manatee County, FL. Details of the position are as follows: 
 
Job Title: Building Code Administrator (2 Positions – Pinellas County & Manatee County)
Pay Rate: $60-$70/hour
Duration: 12 months (with potential to extend indefinitely)
Mileage Reimbursement: $0.70/mile (outside of normal commute)
 
Job Summary:
We are seeking experienced Building Code Administrators (also known as Building Officials) for two openings—one located in Pinellas County and the other in Manatee County, Florida. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing construction projects to ensure compliance with applicable building codes and regulations. This includes plan review, issuing permits, conducting on-site inspections, and enforcing code requirements to uphold public health and safety.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Review construction plans for code compliance prior to permit issuance
  • Issue permits for new construction, alterations, and demolition projects
  • Perform field inspections at various stages of construction
  • Enforce applicable building codes, laws, and ordinances
  • Coordinate with contractors, architects, engineers, and property owners
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, violations, and permits
  • Provide technical guidance and interpretations of code requirements
 Qualifications: 
  • Active Building Code Administrator license (preferred in Florida)
    • If licensed in another state, must obtain Florida endorsement within 90 days
  • Reliable personal vehicle for field inspections (position is 100% field-based)
  • Eligible for $0.70/mile mileage reimbursement beyond standard commute
  • Strong knowledge of local and national building codes
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Preferred - Commercial Projects. 
 If you are interested in hearing more about the position, please respond to this post with your resume attached.
 
Please forward this email to any friends or colleagues as we do offer a Referral Bonus for any candidate who is hired and still gainfully employed after 30 days. 

 

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