Building Inspector

ommercial Building Inspector (ICC Certified)

Job Location

Newark, NJ (On-site / Field-based)

Position Summary

The Commercial Building Inspector will perform comprehensive on-site inspections and plan reviews for commercial construction, renovations, and infrastructure projects in Newark, NJ. The role ensures that all building, structural, and life-safety installations comply with applicable International Building Codes (IBC), ICC standards, and New Jersey state/local regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform On-Site Inspections: Conduct systematic field inspections of commercial buildings, additions, and structural components during various phases of construction.
• Code Compliance Verification: Verify that workmanship, framing, foundations, fire protection, and building envelopes adhere to approved plans, ICC codes, and local ordinances.
• Plan Review: Review commercial architectural, structural, and site development drawings and submittals for code compliance prior to or during construction.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare detailed daily inspection reports, log non-conforming items, issue punch lists, and document field observations using digital reporting/inspection software.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Communicate clearly with contractors, project managers, engineers, developers, and municipal officials to resolve code violations or construction discrepancies.
• Safety & Site Rules: Enforce job-site safety standards, OSHA guidelines, and specialized access protocols (e.g., SIDA badges for airport or restricted infrastructure zones).

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (plus field experience), or
• Associate degree in Engineering Technology (plus 3+ years of field inspection experience), or
• High school diploma / GED with 5+ years of direct commercial construction inspection experience.
• Certifications (Required/Preferred):
• ICC Commercial Building Inspector (B2) certification.
• Additional ICC endorsements preferred (e.g., Commercial Electrical [E2], Mechanical [M2], Plumbing [P2], or Fire Inspector).
• Knowledge of or eligibility for New Jersey Uniform Construction Code (UCC) licenses (such as ICS or HHS) depending on the specific municipal or authority jurisdiction.
• Experience:
• 3 to 7+ years of hands-on experience inspecting commercial buildings, structural steel, concrete, and site civil work.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting commercial blueprints, technical specifications, and engineering reports.
• Familiarity with field management and inspection software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam Revu, BIM 360, or e-Builder).
• Strong understanding of OSHA safety standards.
• Physical & License Requirements:
• Valid driver’s license (NJ/NY) with reliable transportation.
• Ability to walk rough terrain, climb ladders, and inspect high-rise or tight commercial construction spaces.