Senior Plans Examiner

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for performing a variety of tasks associated overseeing the acceptance and issuance of building permits including the advanced technical building plan review to ensure compliance with City of Bedford municipal codes and adopted standards. Work requires limited supervision and positive collaboration with City Staff, builders and citizens regarding various codes and ordinances.

• Perform daily review of building plans and specifications for new construction, alterations, additions, and more to determine compliance with City of Bedford municipal code and adopted model construction standards in a fast paced, high growth environment.
• Review plans to meet codes and guidelines for construction, and complete appropriate data entry to document decisions; includes compliance with local building codes, the zoning ordinance, and Planned Development Ordinances, adopted by the City of Bedford.
• Review building applications and plans including fences, swimming pools, spas, irrigation systems, demolition, moving, and curb cut permits to determine compliance with city adopted codes and ordinances.
• Assist and interact with the general public, contractors, architects, engineers, and other entities on the City’s Code of Ordinances to issue permits, and to explain and interpret requirements and restrictions on all aspects of building codes.
• May conduct visual and hands‑on inspections of construction projects for compliance with city codes.
• Provide organizational support by participating in the development and implementation of department objectives and priorities relating to building inspection operations; identify and communicate opportunities for improving work methods and processes.
• Study code and ordinance changes to stay current with construction trends and inspection procedural innovations. Assist in the process of networking with companion cities regarding building construction information, representing the city with honesty and integrity.
• Attend meetings, cooperate with, and serve as a resource to other City departments, divisions, community groups, and local, state, and federal agencies regarding building code requirements.
• Oversee third‑party plan review and inspection contractor.
• Assist their immediate supervisor with matters within their assignment as requested or needed.
• Maintain appropriate files and records of activities in areas of responsibility and serve as lead staff in maintenance and updating of permitting software.
• Regular and timely attendance is required as well as the ability to get along with others in a professional and cordial manner.
• May perform other assignments and handle special projects as required.

Supervises the Permit Technician. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees, planning, assigning, addressing complaints and resolving problems. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees, planning, assigning, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An associate degree or equivalent from an accredited college, technical, business, or vocational school and three years' experience working in a municipal Building Inspection & Permitting office and five years' experience in the construction trade industry with responsibilities related to building code compliance and similar functions. In some cases, extensive relevant experience may substitute for the educational requirement, depending on qualifications.

• Valid Texas Driver’s license
• Requires ICC - Plans Examiner Certification

Ability to read, analyze,…