Residential Inspector

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

We put the engine in buildings engineering. Intelligent collaboration. Innovative execution. These are the elements of buildings engineering that rev us up. With decades of experience under our belts, we’re achieving remarkable results with our work in building technologies, energy, and environmental performance. Our team works with clients, registrants, and jurisdictions to ensure designs, buildings, sites, and processes are on track for safety, performance, and sustainability.

Our team of interdisciplinary code professionals work collaboratively to assure designs comply with all requirements of the international codes. Our history with local and regional jurisdictions and tribal governments includes plan review, field inspection, and safety consultant.

Residential Building Inspectors are responsible for approving simple to complex residential construction based on applicable codes, ordinances, and administrative directives enforced by our jurisdictional clients.

This includes reading, interpreting, and enforcing approved plans and calculations; working directly with developers, contractors, and customers to identify, document, and assist in resolving issues to gain compliance in all residential codes; understanding construction methods and product applications; evaluating compliance based upon the specific conditions of each construction project, including the scope of work to be performed, nature of work, age of existing building, codes applicable during the original construction, and present code requirements; and maintaining field result paperwork and files.

• Inspecting from approved plans, calculations, product specifications, and other documents.
• Communicating plan and code nonconformance issues and approvals via written or electronic correspondence and issuing utility clearances.
• Driving to field sites and inspecting construction sites for plan and code compliance.
• Creating and maintaining inspection records and entering results as directed by clients.
• Advising applicants when deficiencies are discovered regarding client processes, inspection times, expedited services, and alternate inspection options.
• Maintaining code knowledge through code update research, obtaining certifications, and participation at continuing education seminars and classes to maintain certifications.
• Assisting client, Stantec peers, and customers in clarifying requirements and resolving issues.
• Desired candidates prioritizes customer service, integrity, and a commitment to safety.