Plans Analyst - Part Time; Planning - Building & Safety

Position Summary

Analyze, review and inspect residential, commercial or industrial construction building plans to ensure compliance with all applicable adopted building, electrical, and/or mechanical/plumbing codes and ordinances; work directly with the general public, architects, engineers, developers and contractors to verify code compliance of construction drawings; act as liaison for the department in answering questions to the general public as it relates to residential, commercial or industrial building construction plans;

research and provide information on new building codes and regulations, and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to plan review and code compliance.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Description s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation.

• Analyze residential, commercial or industrial building plans to ensure compliance with all applicable adopted building, electrical, and/or mechanical/plumbing codes and ordinances.
• Coordinate plan-checking activities with other departments; route plans, comments and specifications to appropriate departments, divisions or outside consultants.
• Review foundation plans for modular buildings and site built construction to ensure compliance with applicable codes ordinances and regulations.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records, and prepare analytical or statistical reports when required.
• Maintain awareness of new building codes and regulations.
• Respond to inquiries from the public, architects, engineers, developers and contractors regarding applicable codes and regulations, and construction plans.
• Perform preliminary code analysis of proposed building projects for owners, architects, engineers and contractors.
• Process building code review analysis comments for building permit issuance approval.
• Assist Permitting and Fas Trax staff to expedite the plan review process.

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of building inspection.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

High School diploma or GED;
Eight (8) years of experience in construction plan review or commercial or residential installation of building, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing systems.

Environmental:
Office environment; exposure to computer screens.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; moderate or light lifting and carrying.