Chief Building Official - Atlanta, GA

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Jacobs is seeking a highly-motivated International Code Council (ICC) Certified Chief Building Official to join our team our Municipal Services Team in Atlanta, GA . In this role, you'll manage and direct the programs and activities of the Building Division within the Community Development Department that includes permit processing and plan review functions to ensure compliance with adopted local and state codes, including the International Building, Plumbing, and Mechanical Codes, and the National Electrical Code, and federal/state/local ordinances, standards, policies, and laws. This classification assists with the most complex inspections and provides fiscal oversight for program budget.

The Chief Building Official manages a staff of professional and technical fulltime employees and provides daily direction, planning, scheduling work activities, and monitoring to ensure consistent and uniform

application of codes and standards. The CBO may also serve as the Plan Reviewer as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the review of commercial and residential projects for compliance with building codes, City ordinances and State laws

• Coordinate, enforce and provide specialized assistance for inspection of all work authorized by permit on commercial and single-family residences to assure conformity to approved

plans and applicable ordinances, codes, laws and procedures

• Determine completeness and accuracy of building permit applications and review for code and standards conformance

• Authorize the issuance of Building Permits

• Coordinate technical reviews and serve as City liaison to customers

• Respond to field emergencies and coordinate appropriate response

• Issue and authorize “Stop Work” orders and “Unsafe for Occupation” notices

• Conduct pre-application and pre-construction meetings, as necessary

• Review and approve proposed alternative materials and methods of construction

• Review requests and grant permission for Private Engineers to perform, After-the-Fact Inspections

• Serve as staff advisor and liaison to the Construction Board of Appeals

• Regularly review computer database records to maintain an efficient flow of work to the Building Plan Reviewers; ensure software systems are being used properly and to the best of

their ability.

• Work with the City Attorney and other staff on difficult code compliance and interpretations

• Receive complaints and inquiries from customers relative to construction conditions or activities in the community

• Gather pertinent data, evaluate the facts of situations, and attempt to handle complaints and inquiries at first contact

• Interpret and enforce building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire safety, and energy codes

• Represent the City at building code conferences and informational meetings

• Manage department employees, specifically a building inspector and permit technician including: conducting performance evaluations, interviewing prospective employees, making decisions related to promotions, approving employee training, and administering disciplinary actions

• Collaborate and coordinate with the Community Development department on building and construction issues and topics

• Provide a seamless building and construction review process which provides quick turnaround and a clear approval process and forms

• Report to the Community Development Director and Deputy Director with weekly meeting tracking Key Performance Indicators and highlighting means to provide excellent customer service

• Represent the building department to the community

• Host educational and outreach events for the community, including property owners and

builders

• Initiate and manage special projects for the Department

• Perform other similar duties as assigned

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you – and deliver projects for our client that has Small Town Charm and a Big Bright Future.

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Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Technology or related field, or 10 years of building, architecture or construction experience in lieu of the degree

• Seven (7) years of experience in engineering, architecture or construction as a contractor, superintendent or an inspector

• Three (3) years of supervisory experience

• Current Building Official Certification from ICC (International Code Council)

• Experience in construction practices, building codes and land use planning concepts

• Experience in zoning, municipal and administrative codes, and the public information process

• Possess a valid state driver’s license with no major infractions

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• Ten (10) years of experience in engineering, architecture or construction

• GSWCC Certification

• Experience with BS&A and Bluebeam

• Excellent communication skills to deal effectively with developers, architects, engineers, and other design professionals

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

92,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

126,500.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $92,000.00 to $126,500.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 10, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Atlanta	Georgia	United States