J D
@jd03
Building Inspector with 28+ years ensuring code compliance through plan review.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Building Inspector with over 28 years of experience evaluating construction plans and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations. I’m licensed as a State of Florida Building & Residential Inspector (BN7735) and a Building Plans Examiner (PX5282), with additional ICC and Fire Inspector credentials, and I bring deep, field-tested judgment to every inspection.
In my current role, I conduct timely inspections of new and existing buildings to ensure structural safety, investigate complaints and non-compliance, review technical reports, and communicate findings clearly to project managers and contractors. Previously, I led housing rehabilitation inspections and documentation for CDBG, SHIP & HOME-funded projects, translating construction plans into compliant bid specifications, schedules, and cost estimates—always delivering high-quality work within restricted deadlines.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Building Inspector
Seminole County
Nov 2019 - Present (6 years 4 months)
Performed timely inspections of new and existing buildings to verify structural safety and code compliance. Investigated complaints, issued notices of non-compliance, and provided technical guidance to contractors and property owners.
Senior Housing Rehabilitation Specialist
Orange County
Dec 2014 - Oct 2019 (4 years 10 months)
Oversaw housing rehabilitation and capital improvement work to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, building codes, and HUD housing standards. Produced documentation and cost estimates for funded projects, developed bid specifications/drawings, and coordinated with contractors and stakeholders to address delays or noncompliance.
Building Construction Inspector
Commercial Code Enforcement / Fire
Apr 2013 - Nov 2014 (1 year 7 months)
Ensured compliance with city statutes and ordinances through building and fire prevention inspections, including investigations tied to complaints. Prepared enforcement documentation and conducted plan reviews, while advising owners/tenants on violations and methods to achieve compliance.
Vice President / Project Manager
Vangard Mechanical, LLC
Jan 2008 - Jun 2012 (4 years 5 months)
Managed special construction projects from inception through planning and completion, coordinating design and site work to meet required standards. Reviewed technical documentation, selected teams based on vendor proposals, supervised staff, and ensured construction processes followed safety and OSHA quality guidelines.
Journeyman Electrician
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 494
Jul 1997 - Jan 2007 (9 years 6 months)
Installed residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems using blueprint direction and the National Electrical Code. Served as a foreman to keep projects on schedule and coordinated with other trades to complete assigned work, including training new hires in the electrical management process.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Wisconsin JATC Electrical Apprenticeship
Electrical Apprenticeship Program, Electrical
1997 - 2002
Completed the Wisconsin JATC Electrical Apprenticeship program in Milwaukee, WI from 1997 to 2002.
International Code Council (ICC)
ICC Building & Fire Inspection Certifications, Building Codes & Inspection
Certified with ICC for Commercial Building Inspector (B2), Building Plans Examiner (B3), Residential Combination Inspector (R5), Building Inspector (B5), Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector (64), and Fire Inspector I (66).
State of Florida
State of Florida Building Inspector Licenses, Building Inspection
Holds State of Florida Building & Residential Inspector license (BN7735) and State of Florida Building Plans Examiner license (PX5282).
State of Wisconsin
Journeyman Electrician License, Electrical
Holds a Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician license (License #1125178).
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
FEMA ICS Certifications, Incident Management (ICS)
Completed FEMA ICS training courses including ICS 100, 200, 230, 700.a, and 800.b.
Milwaukee Trade & Technical High School
Secondary Education, Trade & Technical Education
1993 - 1997
Attended Milwaukee Trade & Technical High School in Milwaukee, WI from 1993 to 1997.
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