Residential Plan Reviewer

Job Title

Plans Examiner

Under limited supervision of the Deputy Director, reviews comprehensive building and site plans and permit applications to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances. Provides information resource concerning plan and site permits standards and regulation to contractors, developers, and the general public.

• Reviews and examines plans, construction drawings and blueprints for new construction, additions or alterations and repair work
• Communicates with persons or entities submitting plans for approval as to any issues requiring modification or alteration of plans for compliance purposes.
• Approves completed applications that comply with all relevant codes and regulations, and enter appropriate information into data management system.
• Interacts with architects, engineers, builders, contractors, developers, County staff and the general public with regard to guidance or interpretations of specific code sections, or the permitting and review process.
• Reviews and examines permit applications and all related documents submitted for compliance and accuracy. Approves permits as appropriate.
• Coordinates with inspectors, chiefs and others to interpret and discuss code issues and comments that are presented or arise in connection with the inspection process.
• Conducts field inspections as may be necessary.
• Meets with customers, building official and other staff as appropriate to discuss specific code issues.
• Prepares and submits reports and correspondence as necessary.
• Performs related duties as may be required.

Requires considerable knowledge of all applicable codes, standards, regulations, laws and ordinances as related to site plans, permitting, review processes, construction and zoning. Basic understanding of construction principals required. Ability to read and understand architectural and/or engineered drawings essential. Computer literacy required.

Requires Associate's Degree in Engineering and/or Architecture and a minimum of one to two years' experience in blueprint reading and construction, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and ability.

Retirement:
Participate in the South Carolina State Retirement System with strong employer contributions (SCRS or PORS). Take advantage of optional retirement saving through tax-favored 401(k)/457 accounts to further secure your future.

Health & Insurance:
Employer-funded health and dental insurance, plus employer-funded Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Basic Life Insurance coverage. Vision coverage and additional insurance options available for employees and dependents.

Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with total access to our Wellness Center, free gym, wellness incentives, and employee-family counseling via EAP.

Paid Leave & Holidays:
Benefit from generous paid leave accruals that grow over time, plus 13 paid holidays.

Horry County, (SC)

Conway, SC

$59,047.46 Annually

Full-Time

08/05/2026

8/21/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Infrastructure and Regulation

Code Enforcement

1301 2nd Avenue Conway, South Carolina, 29527

www.horrycountysc.gov