CONSTRUCTION AND
BUILDING INSPECTORS
2023 Average Wage
$32.70 Per Hour
Entry-Level Education
Less than High School
Typical On-the-Job Training Needed
Apprenticeship
Number of Jobs in Michigan, 2023
2,870
Job Growth (2020-2030)
170
Forecasted Employment Growth Through 2030
3.9%
What Construction and
Building Inspectors Do
Construction and building inspectors ensure that construction
meets state building codes and ordinances, zoning regulations,
and contract specifications.
Work Environment
Construction and building inspectors spend considerable time
inspecting worksites, alone or as part of a team. Some inspec-
tors may have to climb ladders or crawl in tight spaces. Most
work full-time during regular business hours.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
COMMUNICATION SKILLS are needed in order to explain any
problems they find and to help people understand what is
needed to fix the problems.
CRAFT EXPERIENCE, although not required, is helpful to have
in a related construction occupation. It provides inspectors
with the necessary background that may help them to become
certified to work in the field.
ATTENTION TO DETAIL is needed as inspectors must thor-
oughly examine many different construction activities, often at
the same time. Therefore, inspectors must pay close attention to
detail so as to not overlook any items that need to be checked.
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