Building Code Plans Examiner, Inspector

Tew & Taylor

Building Code Plans Examiner & Inspector ensuring compliance with Florida Building Code and local regulations. Responsible for reviewing plans and performing inspections for commercial and residential projects.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeJacksonville • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $45 - $60 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct detailed reviews of architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing plans for compliance with Florida Building Code and local ordinances.
Provide clear and concise feedback to clients regarding required corrections or clarifications.
Ensure plan reviews are completed within specified timeframes to meet same-day or next-day service commitments.
Communicate effectively with contractors, design professionals, and permitting officials to address questions or resolve issues.
Conduct inspections of structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems at all construction stages.
Verify full compliance with Florida Building Code, local ordinances, and floodplain requirements.
Document results, flag deficiencies, and communicate required corrections clearly to clients.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5+ years in building code plan review and/or inspections (commercial + residential).
Florida or ICC Certified Building Code Inspector in Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing disciplines for Commercial and/or Residential dwellings required
Certification as a Plans Examiner or the ability to obtain certification within six months of employment (preferred: ICC or Florida Board of Building Code Administrators).
Strong knowledge of Florida Building Code, including structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and energy provisions.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents, including blueprints and specifications.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client-facing interactions.
High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and permitting software (preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development

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Hard Skills & Tools

building code plan reviewinspectionsreading construction documentsinterpreting blueprintsstructural compliancemechanical complianceelectrical complianceplumbing complianceenergy provisions

Soft Skills

communication skillsinterpersonal skillsattention to detailproject management

Certifications

Florida Certified Building Code InspectorICC Certified Building Code InspectorPlans Examiner certification