Building Plans Examination Engineer ; Construction

Overview

This is building plans examination engineering work at the first supervisory level. The employee in the construction specialty directs the work of a staff engaged in examining zoning and building construction and related plans for conformance to established ordinances and engineering principles. Employees in the fire suppression and mechanical specialties direct staff engaged in developing and enforcing fire and life safety and mechanical codes, programs and standards.

Work is performed under the direction of an administrative superior.

The employee directs the work of staff in examining zoning, building construction, and related plans to ensure conformance to ordinances and engineering principles.

Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Licenses and Inspections Department with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.

Completion of a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college or university, with major coursework in civil engineering.

Two years of civil engineering experience.

Three years of civil engineering experience at the full performance level, examining or developing major construction plans for conformance to acceptable engineering practices and ordinances.

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

Certification by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Labor and Industry, in accordance with the PA Uniform Construction Code within six months of appointment in the following categories:

• Building Inspector
• Building Plans Examiner
• Mechanical Plans Examiner
• Energy Plans Examiner
• Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner

Completion of coursework or continuing education credits necessary to maintain certification during the tenure of employment as Building Plans Examination Engineer 2.

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to and during tenure of employment in this class, if required by work assignment.

Applicants must submit a copy of their official college or university transcript(s) indicating completion of the educational requirement and any required licenses or certifications at the time of application.

Transcripts must indicate the conferment of the appropriate degree. Candidates with a degree from foreign colleges or universities must submit proof of degree as certified by a professional evaluation service.

If you have ever submitted a paper transcript, license, and/or certification for any City of Philadelphia civil service examination, you must submit another document.

Option 1 – Upload a paperless transcript, license, and/or certification – One time only! Once the document is uploaded to your account, it may be attached to all future applications. Attaching your document will save you time and money if you apply for an examination in the future, and you will be assured that your transcript cannot be misplaced. Your documents should be uploaded and attached to your application before it is submitted.

They cannot be uploaded or added to your application electronically after your application has been submitted.

Option 2 – Submit a paper transcript, license, or certification – Separate document required for each application. If you submit a paper copy of a transcript, license, registration or certification, the document will be used for this application only. You will have to submit documents again whenever you apply for an examination in the future. Paper documents will not be retained and will not be returned to applicants.

Mailing address for paper transcript and other required materials:
Stefan Koprivica, City of Philadelphia – Office of Human Resources, 1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530, Philadelphia, PA , Phone , Fax , Email Stefan.

Koprivica

Stefan Koprivica, City of Philadelphia – Office of Human Resources, 1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530, Philadelphia, PA , Phone , Fax , Email stefan.koprivica. For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at  or email hrhelpdesk.