Chief Building​/Construct Inspector

Chief Building Construction Inspector

Department of Buildings, Demolition Bureau (Vacant Property Management)

Annual Starting Salary: $107,136

Open to the general public and to all current City employees covered under the City's collective bargaining agreement with the CHICAGO REGIONAL COUNCIL OF CARPENTERS-INSPECTORS (CARPENTERS LOCAL 13).

• Supervises a team of 12 Building Construction Inspectors responsible for conducting inspections of vacant and distressed properties damaged by fire, deterioration, unpermitted work, or exhibiting structural failure that poses an imminent hazard to first responders and the public.
• Establishes priorities and directs scheduling and assignment of inspections, including pre‑ and post‑demolition inspections for complex demolition projects; court‑ordered inspections and re‑inspections; 311 service requests; and emergency response inspections.
• Coordinates and conducts meetings with staff, contractors, and stakeholders on large and complex demolition projects to ensure full compliance with applicable code requirements and safety protocols.
• Evaluates inspection complexity and aligns staff expertise accordingly to ensure effective resource allocation and operational efficiency.
• Manages the Department’s emergency demolition operations involving buildings or structures that present an actual and imminent danger to public safety.
• Administers the emergency procurement process for demolition services on a 24‑hour, 7‑day basis.
• Additional duties may be required for this position.

Location:

2045 W. Washington, Chicago, IL 60612

Shift: Monday‑Friday (7:00 am‑3:30 pm).
Shift may vary due to the needs of the operation.

Must be willing and able to climb ladders and stairs, enter and work in buildings which are in a state of great disrepair, in all weather conditions and in all neighborhoods throughout the City.

This position is in the Career Service.

• Successful completion of a U.S. Department of Labor registered building trade apprenticeship training program and journeyman status, plus four (4) years of journey-level experience in skilled building construction or building inspections, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position.
• Eight (8) years of journey-level experience in skilled building construction or building inspection work, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position.
• Successful completion of an industry or company‑sponsored apprenticeship training program in building trade and have journeyman status, plus six (6) years of journey-level experience in skilled building construction or building inspections, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position.
• Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s degree in Construction Management or Building Inspections, plus six (6) years of experience in skilled building construction or building inspections, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s in Architecture, Construction Management, or Construction‑related Engineering, plus four (4) years of work experience in skilled building construction or building inspections, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree or higher in Architecture, Construction Management, or Construction‑related Engineering, plus three (3) years of work experience in skilled building construction or building inspections, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position.

• A valid State of Illinois Driver’s license is required.
• Must have the permanent use of an automobile that is properly insured, including a clause specifically insuring the City of Chicago from accident liability.

• General office environment.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

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