BUILDING/CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR

BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Building Construction Inspector

Department of Buildings

(Conservation and Special Inspections)

Number of Positions: 9

(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

Starting Salary: $93,468

This position is open to the general public and to all current city employees covered under the terms of the City's collective bargaining agreement with the Carpenters-Inspectors Local 13 (BARGAINING UNIT 44).

Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.

BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND

1. Check the box on your profile titled "Currently employed by the City of Chicago."

2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled 'payee/employee number')

3. Select your correct bargaining unit

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59 pm CDT on 06/09/2026

Under general supervision, conducts inspections of existing buildings, demolition projects, new construction projects, rehabilitation work, repair work, public places of assembly, and/or public places of amusement for compliance with the Chicago Construction Codes and applicable municipal ordinances. Duties may also include the review of building plans and construction specifications, investigation of complaints, enforcement of code compliance, and other related duties as required.

• Conducts comprehensive inspections of interior and exterior building conditions of occupied buildings for compliance with the Chicago Construction Codes.

• Conducts inspections of demolition activities, excavation operations, and construction sites to ensure compliance with approved permits, public safety requirements, site protection standards, and applicable demolition and new construction regulations.

• Conducts inspections of public places of assembly and public places of amusement to verify compliance with occupancy limitations, means of egress, fire and life safety systems, operational requirements, and applicable code and ordinance provisions.

• Conducts inspections of buildings and structures that have sustained fire, weather, structural, or demolition-related damage to determine safety risks, occupancy concerns, and compliance requirements.

• Conducts inspections of new construction, rehabilitation, alteration, and repair projects to ensure all work is performed in accordance with approved plans, issued permits, applicable construction specifications, and the requirements of the Chicago Construction Codes.

• Conducts inspections in response to citizen complaints and inquiries related to unsafe building conditions, vacant and deteriorated properties, contractor licensing, permits, inspections, and construction-related concerns.

• Prepare detailed inspection reports and standardized inspection checklists identifying code deficiencies, life safety concerns, structural issues, and conditions requiring corrective action to achieve compliance with the Chicago Construction Codes.

• Interprets and communicates applicable code provisions to contractors, architects, engineers, design professionals, property owners, occupants, and developers to ensure understanding of compliance requirements and corrective actions.

• Re-inspects buildings and/or structures prior to court proceedings to determine compliance status and provide the Court with updated information regarding correction of cited violations.

• Ensures that property owners, contractors, and developers possess the proper permits, licenses, and approvals required for demolition, repairs, occupancy, alterations, and new construction activities.

• Identifies materials, workmanship, and installation methods not in compliance with code requirements and recommends corrective measures necessary to achieve compliance.

• Provides sworn testimony at court proceedings regarding violations, enforcement actions, inspection findings, and compliance determinations.

Additional duties may be required for this position

Location: 2045 W Washington Blvd

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience

* Successful completion of a US Department of Labor registered building trade apprenticeship training program and journeyman status, plus two (2) years of journey-level building trade work experience, OR Should the above criteria not be fulfilled, the following options are available:

o Five (5) years of journey-level experience in skilled building construction or building inspection work experience

o Successful completion of an industry or company-sponsored apprenticeship training program in skilled building construction, plus four (4) years of journey-level building trade experience

o Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate's degree in Construction Management or Building Inspections, plus two (2) years of journey-level experience in skilled building construction or building inspection

o Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's or higher in Architecture or Construction-related Engineering

Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualification

* A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required

* Must have permanent use of an automobile that is properly insured, including a clause specifically insuring the City of Chicago from accident liability

WORKING CONDITIONS

* Exposure to noisy, dusty, or wet environments

* Exposure to outdoor inclement weather, extreme wind, and temperature conditions

* Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g. heavy machinery, extreme heights, construction sites)

Educational & Employment Verification:

Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired, you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your education and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diplomas must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to successfully complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) who possess the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

For Information on our employees' benefits, please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure, visit our classifications website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resources staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state, and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview or employment with the City of Chicago.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience, the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances: 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA), and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates, to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices, click here.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor