O*NET-SOC 47-4011.00

Construction and Building Inspectors

Inspect structures using engineering skills to determine structural soundness and compliance with specifications, building codes, and other regulations. Inspections may be general in nature or may be limited to a specific area, such as electrical systems or plumbing.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Approve building plans that meet required specifications.Core20447
Review and interpret plans, blueprints, site layouts, specifications, or construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.Core871
Issue permits for construction, relocation, demolition, or occupancy.Core875
Inspect bridges, dams, highways, buildings, wiring, plumbing, electrical circuits, sewers, heating systems, or foundations during and after construction for structural quality, general safety, or conformance to specifications and codes.Core869
Monitor installation of plumbing, wiring, equipment, or appliances to ensure that installation is performed properly and is in compliance with applicable regulations.Core878
Inspect and monitor construction sites to ensure adherence to safety standards, building codes, or specifications.Core872
Confer with owners, violators, or authorities to explain regulations or recommend remedial actions.Core20446
Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, or elevation of structures or fixtures to ensure compliance to building plans and codes.Core873
Maintain daily logs and supplement inspection records with photographs.Core870
Conduct inspections, using survey instruments, metering devices, tape measures, or test equipment.Core20445
Train, direct, or supervise other construction inspectors.Core880
Monitor construction activities to ensure that environmental regulations are not violated.Supplemental19866
Evaluate project details to ensure adherence to environmental regulations.Supplemental19864
Inspect facilities or installations to determine their environmental impact.Supplemental19865
Examine lifting or conveying devices, such as elevators, escalators, moving sidewalks, hoists, inclined railways, ski lifts, or amusement rides to ensure safety and proper functioning.Supplemental20448
Conduct environmental hazard inspections to identify or quantify problems, such as asbestos, poor air quality, water contamination, or other environmental hazards.Supplemental19863
Estimate cost of completed work or of needed renovations or upgrades.Supplemental20449
Evaluate premises for cleanliness, such as proper garbage disposal or lack of vermin infestation.Supplemental20450
Sample and test air to identify gasses, such as bromine, ozone, or sulfur dioxide, or particulates, such as mold, dust, or allergens.Supplemental19867

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 29 examples in 16 categories, 10 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Computer aided design CAD software

Arc Second PocketCAD
Autodesk AutoCADHot Technology

Compliance software

Automated permit system software
NorthWest Builders Network Plan Analyst
OptaSoft Commercial Building Inspector

Data base user interface and query software

Database software
Real estate and tax software

Electronic mail software

Email software
Microsoft Exchange
Microsoft OutlookHot TechnologyIn Demand

Geographic information system

ESRI ArcView

Word processing software

Inspection Depot Home Guide System
Microsoft WordHot TechnologyIn Demand
New construction inspection form software
Residential home inspection form software

Accounting software

Intuit QuickBooksHot Technology
Quicken

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Internet browser software

Microsoft Internet Explorer

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Project management software

Microsoft ProjectHot Technology
Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio ManagementHot Technology
Oracle Primavera Systems

Data base reporting software

Mobile building inspection software

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

Municipal geographic management software
SAP softwareHot Technology

Map creation software

Trimble Digital Fieldbook

Procurement software

Vision Software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

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Getting Information

Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor construction operations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Evaluate construction projects to determine compliance with external standards or regulations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Inspect work sites to identify potential environmental or safety hazards.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Verify alignment of structures or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Evaluate projects to determine compliance with technical specifications.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Inspect plumbing systems or fixtures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Inspect industrial or commercial equipment to ensure proper operation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Test air quality at work sites.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

Estimate construction project costs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Measure work site dimensions.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Authorize construction activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

Record operational or environmental data.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Communicate with clients about products, procedures, and policies.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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- Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

Train construction or extraction personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Direct construction or extraction personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 18

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Level mix

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.