Location: Houston, TX
Employment Type: Full-time
Lead, Influence, and Shape Building Safety as a Building Official
Are you an experienced building professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join Aoka as a Certified Building Official (CBO) and lead a team of building inspectors while serving as a subject matter expert for our sales team — making a tangible impact on construction quality, safety, and code enforcement across Houston.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Top Compensation: $90,000–$120,000 annually, reflecting your experience and leadership
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) with 5% company match
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 3 weeks of paid time off to start, 1 week of paid sick leave , and 12 paid holidays each year
Career Growth & Authority: Supervise building inspectors, manage inspection programs, support sales as a subject matter expert, and influence company practices
Tools to Succeed: Company-provided vehicle, access to ongoing training, and professional development opportunities
What You’ll Do
Supervise building inspectors and manage inspection programs
Serve as a subject matter expert supporting the sales team
Conduct client visits as needed for complex or escalated projects
Administer and enforce municipal, state, and federal building codes, safety, energy, and accessibility standards
Oversee issuance of building permits, plan approvals, occupancy certificates, and inspection reports
Interpret complex codes and provide guidance to architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners
Collaborate with fire, planning, zoning, engineering, and public works departments for coordinated code enforcement
Manage appeals, code updates, and ordinance revisions
Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on inspections, permitting, and code compliance
Qualifications
ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) required
Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in building inspection required
Proven leadership and supervisory experience
Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex code-related issues under pressure
Excellent communication and client-facing skills