Chief Structural Inspector

Town of Davie, FL

$81K — $129K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Certification as Chief Structural Inspector required by BCAIB.
  • Standard Plans Examiner and Standard Inspector certifications preferred.
  • Florida Registered Architect or Licensed Professional Engineer credentials accepted.
  • Possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable record.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Building Official with administration of the Building Division.
  • Maintain records and data entry for inspections.
  • Interpret Building Code and advise stakeholders on compliance.
  • Review plans and supervise building inspectors' performance.
  • Maintain communication with Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals regarding code violations.
  • Assist in the Building Safety Inspection Program (BSIP).
  • Support planning, coordination, and operations of Building Division policies.

Benefits

  • Health insurance fully covered for single coverage; 50% for dependents.
  • Four-day work week with 10-hour days (Monday-Thursday).
  • Accrual of 13 holidays, 3.69 hours sick leave per pay period, and 2 weeks vacation annually.
  • Town sponsored pension with mandatory contributions; optional 457 deferred compensation plan.
  • Uniforms provided by the Department.
Full Job Description
Salary : $81,140.80 - $129,708.80 Annually
Location : Davie, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-084
Department: Building
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Hours of Work: Monday through Thursday either 7:00am-5:30pm or 7:30am-6:00pm

Description
Under general supervision, provides assistance to the Building Official in the general administration of the Building Division. Assists with the implementation of regulatory requirements pertaining to permitting, plan review, enforcement, scheduling inspections and inspection of projects indicating compliance with construction codes as required by State Law and the Florida Building Code.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Develop and maintain the required records and database entry on all inspections.
  • Interprets Building Code and related ordinances for architects, engineers, building owners and contractors and advises steps toward compliance.
  • Reviews plans and supervises workload and performance of subordinate building inspectors.
  • Maintains contact with Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals for exchange of information regarding code violation cases and appeals.
  • Performs other related work as required.
  • Perform other duties as directed by the Building Official.
  • Assists in the BSIP (Building Safety Inspection Program) .
  • Assists in the planning, coordination, and supervision of Building Division policies, programs, and operations.
  • Performs other related work as required.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

  • Graduation from an accredited High School or GED equivalent.
  • Must meet the qualifications for Chief Structural Inspector, such person shall be certified as required by the BCAIB as a Standard Plans Examiner and Standard Inspector or be a Florida Registered Architect or Florida Licensed Professional Engineer in the discipline requested pursuant to Section 104.8 of the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals.
  • 104.8.1 Such person shall be certified by BORA and shall meet at least one of the following qualifications:
  • 104.8.1.1 Be a Standard Plans Examiner appointed as such, for a minimum of one (1) year by an AHJ or school board within the State of Florida and who complies with at least one (1) of the qualifications of Section 104.10.1.1.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
  • Each applicant shall possess a current Certificate of Competency as a G.C. or a Professional Engineer license or Architect registration issued by at least one of the following entities:
    • Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board.
    • Broward County Central Examining Board of Building Construction Trades.
    • Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board.
    • Florida Board of Professional Engineers.
    • Department of Business and Professional Regulation as an Architect.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
  • Driver's license must not have been suspended within five (5) years of the date of this application (Not Insurance related).

Essential Functions

Current Incentives/Benefits:
  • Health Insurance
    • 100% paid by the Town for single coverage, 50% paid by the Town for dependents.
  • Schedule: 4 day work week - 10 hours per day (Monday-Thursday)
  • Leave:
    • Holidays - 13 days per year.
    • Sick Leave - 3.69 hours accrued per pay period
    • Vacation Leave - Accrue 2 weeks per year, accrual rate increases every 5 years (capped at 4 weeks after 10 years of service).
    • Birthday Leave - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation
    • Quality Service - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation and other conditions.
    • Wellness Days - 2 days per year after successfully passing probation.
  • Pension/Retirement:
    • Town Sponsored Pension - mandatory 3% contributions per pay period.
    • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan - Employee is entitled to make voluntary contributions through the payroll to the Town sponsored 457 deferred compensation plan only.
  • Uniforms: Provided by the Department.


PLEASE READ THE BELOW IMPORTANT INFORMATION

APPLICATION ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION:
  • Licenses/Certifications: If a positon requires a license and/or certification, it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain and maintain them as a condition of employment.
  • Foreign Credentials (Degrees, Diplomas and/or Transcripts: Original credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries must be provided. Click the following link for a list of credentialed agencies:
  • Status Updates/Communication: please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.
  • Incomplete fields: all fields must be completed, putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  • Required documentation: copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
  • Military personnel records: to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
  • Assistance with online application: for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: [email protected]. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
  • Additional assistance: for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.

The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits package,
01

Are you a current Town of Davie employee?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Have you previously submitted an application for employment with the Town of Davie?
  • Yes
  • No

03

The hours of work are Monday through Thursday either 7:00am-5:30pm or 7:30am-6:00pm. Are you able to work this schedule?
  • Yes
  • No

04

Please indicate which is the highest level of education you have completed.
  • High School or GED
  • Associates Degree or Equivalent
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree or Above

05

Are you a Standard Plans Examiner appointed as such, for a minimum of one (1) year by an AHJ or school board within the State of Florida and who complies with at least one (1) of the qualifications of Section 104.10.1.1? (Please attach all applicable certifications)
  • Yes
  • No

06

To qualify as a Chief Structural Inspector (per Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals Section 104.8), which of the following credentials do you currently hold? ( Please attach all applicable certifications)
  • BCAIB Standard Plans Examiner AND Standard Inspector Certifications
  • Florida Registered Architect License
  • Florida Licensed Professional Engineer (Structural)
  • None of the above

07

Do you hold a current General Contractor (G.C.) Certificate of Competency, Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, or Architect registration from any of the following boards? (Select all that appy)
  • Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board
  • Broward County Central Examining Board of Building Construction Trades
  • Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board
  • Florida Board of Professional Engineers
  • Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (for Architects)
  • None of the above

08

Do you currently possess a valid Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No

09

Have you had a suspended and/or revoked driver's license within the past sixty (60) months (not insurance related)?
  • Yes
  • No

10

Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?
  • Yes
  • No

11

If you selected "Yes" to the question above please list the last date you used tobacco products.
Required Question

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