Inspection Coordinator

Job Description

Job Title: Administrative Coordinator

Location: Suncoast Office
Department: Inspection Administration
Reports To: Dana Tisdale

Position Summary

The Suncoast Administrative Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting operational efficiency, compliance, and scalable growth by managing internal report processing and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) reporting. Due to sustained year-over-year growth exceeding 25% and significant additional volume projected for 2026, this role is essential to maintaining timely, accurate reporting while allowing inspectors and operational leadership to remain focused on core, revenue-generating activities.

This position serves as the primary administrative owner of report workflows, documentation accuracy, and submission timelines, directly supporting major customers and protecting Suncoast's compliance posture and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

Report Processing & Compliance

• Process, review, track, and submit internal inspection reports and AHJ documentation in accordance with regulatory and contractual requirements
• Maintain detailed logs of report status, submission dates, corrections, and approvals
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of all documentation prior to submission
• Monitor reporting deadlines to prevent delays, compliance lapses, or escalations

Coordination & Workflow Management

• Coordinate with inspectors, supervisors, and operations leadership to obtain required report information in a timely manner
• Act as the central point of contact for report-related follow-ups and clarifications
• Support continuous improvement of reporting workflows as volume increases

Customer Support

• Support onboarding of new customers, contracts, and acquisition-driven work by establishing reporting workflows and documentation standards
• Assist with customer communication related to report submissions, corrections, or documentation requests
• Support high-volume clients (e.g., KONE, airport contracts, regional partners) to ensure service-level expectations are met

Operational Support

• Reduce administrative burden on inspectors and field leadership, enabling increased field productivity
• Identify reporting bottlenecks or compliance risks and proactively escalate issues as needed
• Assist with audits, internal reviews, or process documentation as required

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree preferred
• 2+ years of administrative, operations support, or documentation-focused experience
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage high-volume, deadline-driven work
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and document management systems
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting regulated environments (reporting, compliance, inspections, or technical documentation)
• Familiarity with AHJ reporting processes, inspections, or construction/engineering documentation
• Experience supporting multi-client or high-growth operational environments

Core Competencies

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Time management and prioritization
• Process-driven mindset
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

EEO/AA Employer/Veteran/Disabled Statement:

VDA provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.


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