Plan Checker (Planning - Building & Safety

Position: Plan Checker (Planning - Building & Safety)
Position Summary

Review a variety of construction plans, agreements, proposals and specifications for compliance with established codes, regulations and ordinances; inspect project sites for future construction work; and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

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 and Supplemental Functions

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.

* Perform plan checking activities; examine construction plans, proposals, agreements and specifications for compliance with established codes, regulations and ordinances; approve plans as needed.

* Perform on-site inspections for compliance with approved plans, specifications and standards; provide information to contractors and architects in the interpretation of applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.

* Coordinate plan checking activities with other departments; transmit plans, comments and specifications to appropriate departments, divisions or outside consultants.

* Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public regarding construction projects; provide information within the assigned area.

* Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends in the field of plans examination and code compliance.

* Establish and maintain a system of log sheets and files to track current status of projects; file approved plans, agreements and specifications.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

* Prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.

* Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education , Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in construction technology; and

Five (5) years of experience in any combination of the following areas:

* construction plan checking

* building construction

* construction contract management

* right-of-way regulations for permitting requirements

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office and field environment; travel from site to site.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time.