Senior Construction Inspector

Senior Construction Inspector

Salary

$31.96 - $58.88 Hourly

Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Full-Time (FT)

Job Number

202610824

Department

FIRE & RESCUE

Division

COMMUNITY SAFETY DIVISION

Opening Date

09/17/2026

Closing Date

10/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

B25

Hiring Salary

$31.96-$45.42 per hour

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Introduction

Do you want to save lives and property before 9-1-1 is ever called? Do you want to make a real difference EVERY day you're on the job? Are you ready for that next step in your professional development and career?

The PWC Department of Fire & Rescue Fire Marshals Office is looking for top quality candidates who would be responsible for fire prevention in new and existing construction. We are seeking a Senior Construction Inspector as part of a team that covers fire protection systems, controls, and devices for compliance with approved plans and the state building and fire codes.

About This Role:

The successful candidate will have primary and secondary contact with contractors, project managers, elected officials, businesses, and other county agencies that engage with the Office of the Fire Marshal. The selected individual will be a subject matter expert (SME) in the Virginia Construction Code (VCC) and NFPA standards related to Fire and Life Safety systems, and the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code (VSFPC). The candidate will be a dynamic and adaptable individual that can multitask, de-escalate negative situations, and manage expectations, and understand the county services related to the FMO. In addition, the candidate must be detail oriented, possess a high level of integrity, and be able to communicate well.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D. and 3 years of experience in conducting inspections of fire and life safety systems in accordance with the codes (USBC, IFC, VSFPC), NFPA standards and accepted practices.

Preferences:

• FireInspector I and II to the NFPA 1030 standard.
• Fire Prevention and Fire Protection systems inspector form DHCD.
• Certified 3B Inspector from an accepted Board (ICC or NCPCCI)
• Personal integrity and a demonstrated ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality
• Thorough knowledge of Office 365 Office Suite, EnerGov HTML5, and IG Inspect.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

Special Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Drivers License

Background checks, which may include but are not limited to: Criminal History Check, Credit History Check, Education Verification Check, License Verification Check, and/or fingerprinting may be required as posted in the job advertisement.

Fire & Rescue Requirement: Effective October 2012, mandated by the Virginia State Board of Health 12VAC5-31-540, VA EMS Regulations require a criminal background check conducted by the Central Crime Records Exchange and the National Crime Information Center via Virginia State Police; and a driving record transcript from the individual's state Department of Motor Vehicles.

National Certification Program for Construction Code Inspectors (NCPCCI) or International Code Council (ICC)Fire Protection General Exam 3B must be successfully obtained within 18 months from the hire date.

Work Schedule:

This is a 37.5 hours per week, full-time non-exempt position with working hours Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.

Starting Salary Range: $31.96-$45.42 per hour

We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates.

Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience, and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.

• Yes
• No

02

Please select your highest level of completed education:

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Associates degree
• High School Diploma/GED
• Less than High School diploma/GED

03

How many years of experience in conducting inspections of fire and life safety systems in accordance with the codes (USBC, IFC, VSFPC), NFPA standard and accepted practices do you have?

• 3+ years of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience

04

Do you currently possess an Fire Inspector I or II Certification (NFPA 1030)?

• Yes, I possess Fire Inspector I or Fire Inspector II certification (NFPA 1030)
• I possess both Fire Inspector I and II certifications (NFPA 1030)
• No, I do not possess Fire Inspector I or II Certifications (NFPA 1030)

05

Do you currently possess a VA DHCD Fire Prevention certification?

• Yes
• No

06

Have you completed DHCD Fire Protection Systems certification?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have ICC or NCPCCI 3B certification?

• Yes
• No

08

Please quantify your level of understanding and use of office technology (i.e., multi-line phones, computers, scanners, etc.)

• 7+ years of experience
• 4-6 years of experience
• 1-3 years of experience

09

Please select the computer applications you have used in Fire Inspector capacity. Select all that apply.

• Microsoft Word
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• SharePoint
• Outlook
• EnerGov
• HTML5
• IG Inspect

10

Do you agree to obtain the Fire Protection General Exam 3B Certification from an accepted Board (ICC or NCPCCI) within the first 18 months from the hire date?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Prince William County Government

Address 1 County Complex Court

Prince William County, Virginia, 22192

Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers