Who We Are:
At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.
Position Overview:
The Building Inspections Department Manager is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of residential engineering projects, from planning through execution, while leading a team of project managers and code compliance inspectors. This role ensures that all residential services are delivered in alignment with engineering best practices, safety regulations, and quality standards. The manager provides technical oversight on proposals, reports, and field operations, while also tracking departmental performance, budgets, and forecasts. In addition to operational responsibilities, this role supports business development through client engagement and community involvement. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who promotes a positive work culture, drives team development, and ensures project success through hands-on field support and strategic planning.
Responsibilities:
- Keeps records of personnel transactions such as timesheets, benefits, new hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, and terminations; forwards necessary documentation to the Human Resources Department and/or Payroll for recordkeeping purposes.
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Interviews and selects employees to fill vacant positions
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Review clerical and personnel records to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timelines
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Responds and/or investigates employee inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs
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Perform Structural Building Inspection duties (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing as licensed)
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Inspect commercial and residential buildings, which are under construction or are being repaired, remodeled or enlarged and is performed during various stages of completion to ensure structural integrity and compliance with building codes/ordinances
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Manages building inspectors, plan reviewers, quality control inspectors, project coordinators, and administrative assistants
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Determines whether changes may be required in plans and makes recommendations to contractors, engineers, architects, etc.
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Performs inspections of foundations, concrete slabs, framing, roofing, and related construction work
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Maintains accurate, complete, and current inspection records
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Exercises tact and courtesy when conducting inspections, and communicating with clients
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Prepare reports and report data in a complete, timely and understandable fashion and return them as required to the branch office
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Complete daily time and labor reports in accordance with company policy
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Ensure that project requirements are met and compliant with inspection specifications, requirements, and company policies or procedures
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Travel to various job sites at locations both locally and throughout the State of Florida
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Regular attendance is required
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Follows safety procedures
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Other duties may be assigned
Job Responsibilities Note:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. UES retains the right to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
Qualifications:
