GUILLERMO CARBONELL
Rockledge,US
Summary
Seasoned Building Official with significant knowledge in construction codes and regulations. Experience includes supervising building inspections, reviewing construction plans, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and national ordinances. Strengths lie in effective communication, leadership skills, and ability to make informed decisions quickly. Previous work has resulted in improved safety standards, efficient processes, and high levels of regulatory compliance. Completely confident and ready for the new task.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Official and Plans Examiner
City of Cocoa
Cocoa, FL
11.2019 - Current
- Attended meetings with local government officials regarding development issues.
- Organized and managed Floodplain procedures.
- Issued permits for construction activities in accordance with local ordinances.
- Analyzed reports related to building activity such as occupancy rates, building permits issued.
- Coordinated efforts between multiple departments to ensure timely review of projects.
- Enforced corrective action when violations of code were identified during inspections.
- Evaluated existing structures for structural integrity or modifications required by code changes.
- Reviewed plans and specifications for compliance with building codes, laws, and regulations.
- Provided training sessions on various aspects of the Building Code for personnel from other departments.
- Investigated complaints concerning alleged violations of applicable codes and regulations.
- Provided technical advice to contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders regarding the interpretation of building code requirements.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inspection techniques, codes, ordinances and regulations.
- Day-to-day inspections coordination and workload of office staff.
Building Inspector/Plan Examiner/Investigator
City of Ft Pierce
Ft Pierce, FL
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Performed Building inspections to ensure compliance with the Florida Building Code
- Investigated violations related to contractors' licensing, permitting violations, and housing maintenance violations.
- Reviewed blueprints, plans, and drawings for new construction projects and alterations of existing structures.
- Interpreted plans and specifications according to established guidelines for determining code compliance.
- Inspected residential and commercial buildings to ensure compliance with all applicable building codes.
- Identified potential safety hazards in buildings due to noncompliance with local codes or standards.
- Performed re-inspections to ensure that corrections have been made in accordance with the approved plans.
- Noted recurrent issues and worked with contractors to prevent re-occurrence.
- Documented violations and issued documentation such as stop work orders to contractors or owners.
Code Enforcement Officer/Provisional Building Insp
SAFEbuilt
Tampa, Florida
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Monitored progress of abatement efforts by visiting sites periodically until full compliance is achieved.
- Maintained contact with contractors hired by property owners in order to ensure completion of work in accordance with standards set forth by the municipality.
- Educated property owners about local codes and ordinances, providing guidance on how to bring their property into compliance.
- Interacted with citizens in order to answer questions regarding code enforcement procedures and regulations.
- Conducted on-site inspections of residential and commercial properties to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Prepared detailed reports on inspection findings, including photographs of noncompliant properties or buildings.
- Conducted Building Inspection under the close supervision of the Building Official.
- Evaluated whether work was in accordance with all applicable city, state and federal guidelines, as well as applicable discipline-specific codes.
Construction Superintendent
DS General Contractor
Port St Lucie, FL
03.2013 - 05.2016
- Coordinated and supervised the completion of all residential and commercial construction phases as a Construction Superintendent.
- Supervised and maintained efficient workflow of all trades involved in the construction project
- Prepared the building for inspections.
- Collaborated closely with inspectors to ensure compliance and gain expertise in the Florida Building Code (FBC), local codes, and ordinances.
- Inspected job sites daily for conformance with building codes, ordinances, and other regulations.
- Ensured that all personnel followed established safety protocols at all times during construction operations.
- Prepared progress reports detailing work performed on a weekly basis for review by management staff.
- Provided guidance and direction to workers regarding proper installation techniques for various types of construction materials.
Construction Superintendent
Firestone Constructions
Ft Pierce, FL
02.2009 - 02.2013
- Performed as a construction superintendent, coordinating and supervising the completion of all residential and commercial construction phases, and obtaining a certificate of occupancy.
- Supervised all trades throughout the construction process.
- Ensured the building was ready for all inspections.
- Worked closely with inspectors to ensure compliance and obtain knowledge of the Florida Building Code (FBC), local codes, and ordinances.
- Tracked costs associated with each phase of the project in order to stay within budget parameters.
- Reviewed project plans, specifications, and change orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Inspected job sites daily for conformance with building codes, ordinances, and other regulations.
- Developed and monitored construction schedules to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
Construction Superintendent
Kenco Communities Inc
Boca Raton, FL
05.1997 - 09.2008
- Performed as a Construction Superintendent, coordinating and supervising the completion of all phases of the home-building process, up to obtaining a certificate of occupancy.
- Supervised all trades throughout the construction process.
- Prepared the building to meet all inspection requirements
- Worked closely with inspectors to ensure compliance and obtain knowledge of the Florida Building Code (FBC), local codes, and ordinances.
- Reviewed project plans, specifications, and change orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Communicated regularly with clients throughout the duration of the project in order to keep them informed of progress.
- Inspected job sites daily for conformance with building codes, ordinances, and other regulations.
- Worked closely with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, owners representatives or others involved in the construction process as needed.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Provided guidance and direction to workers regarding proper installation techniques for various types of construction materials.
- Developed and monitored construction schedules to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and blueprints for workers in order to facilitate efficient completion of tasks.
Education
Skills
- Good Communication
- Code Compliance Knowledge
- Building Inspections Performance
- Effective Working Relationship
- Building Construction Knowledge
- Effective Leadership
Certification
- Certified Coastal Construction Inspector
- Plans Examiner
- Certified Residential Inspector
- Certified Building Inspector
- Certified Building Official
- International Code Council Certifications
- Combination Residential Inspector
- Residential Mechanical Inspector
- Residential Plumbing Inspector
- Residential Electrical Inspector
- Residential Building Inspector
- Commercial Building Inspector
- Coastal Construction Inspector
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Building Official and Plans Examiner
City of Cocoa
11.2019 - Current
Building Inspector/Plan Examiner/Investigator
City of Ft Pierce
09.2018 - 10.2019
Code Enforcement Officer/Provisional Building Insp
SAFEbuilt
06.2016 - 08.2018
Construction Superintendent
DS General Contractor
03.2013 - 05.2016
Construction Superintendent
Firestone Constructions
02.2009 - 02.2013
Construction Superintendent
Kenco Communities Inc
05.1997 - 09.2008
- Certified Coastal Construction Inspector
- Plans Examiner
- Certified Residential Inspector
- Certified Building Inspector
- Certified Building Official
- International Code Council Certifications
- Combination Residential Inspector
- Residential Mechanical Inspector
- Residential Plumbing Inspector
- Residential Electrical Inspector
- Residential Building Inspector
- Commercial Building Inspector
- Coastal Construction Inspector
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