Senior Plan Engineer
Job in
Dana Point, Orange County, California, 92629, USA
Listing for:
City of Dana Point
Full Time
position
Listed on 2025-12-26
Job specializations:
-
Engineering
Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer, Environmental/ Urban Planning
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Plan Check Engineer
Job Overview
The City of Dana Point is looking for a motivated individual who takes pride in providing high‑quality customer service to support the Building Division within the Community Development Department. The ideal candidate will bring a team‑first attitude, strong communication skills, and a commitment to helping residents, contractors, and internal partners with professionalism and care.
Note:
The City of Dana Point observes a holiday shutdown from December 24, 2025 ‑ January 2nd, 2026. The City will resume normal operations on January 5, 2026.
First Review of Applications:
Monday, January 5, 2026
Class Specifications
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Definition
Under general direction performs advanced and highly complex professional engineering work in checking plans, calculations, specifications, technical reports, and other submittal documents for compliance with Federal, State, and local building codes, ordinances, and regulations; receives and checks plans and designs for complex structures, new and remodeled commercial, industrial and residential buildings to ensure compliance; assists inspectors, contractors, design professionals and the public regarding construction requirements;
provides expert technical and professional assistance to the Chief Building Official; and performs related work as required.
Class Characteristics
This is an advanced professional classification responsible for performing highly complex structural plan checks and specialized engineering review. The incumbent is fully competent to independently conduct the most technically challenging plan reviews and provides guidance, training, and technical support to staff as assigned.
This position is at‑will and exempt under FLSA standards.
Essential Job Functions
Review plans, specifications, and structural calculations for a wide range of residential, commercial, industrial, and public buildings to ensure compliance with the adopted Building Code, related regulations, and standards.Verify that plans meet all applicable building codes, regulations, and restrictions, and identify or recommend corrections for any deficiencies.Collaborate with the Building Official and structural engineers on complex code interpretations and structural issues.Attend field meetings to evaluate discrepancies between plans, specifications, and work in progress; consult with architects, engineers, contractors, and owners regarding design, engineering, and code compliance issues; assist other inspection staff or respond to requests from the Building Official.Communicate with architects, engineers, contractors, homeowners, and other stakeholders on complex construction projects; coordinate plan examination activities with city departments and external agencies; facilitate code interpretation and application.Provide solutions to help resolve disputes involving developers, contractors, architects, engineers, and the public in a professional and constructive manner.Analyze building designs to confirm that basic engineering principles and minimum safety standards are met.Provide support at the permit counter, assisting applicants and reviewing plans for compliance.Advise permit applicants, engineers, and architects on plan modifications needed to meet code requirements; recommend solutions to achieve compliance.Coordinate with staff from other city departments and agencies regarding plan review and construction projects.Handle difficult interactions professionally, promoting quality customer service and positive public relations.Draft reports, correspondence, and memos related to plan reviews.Maintain accurate records and generate reports related to permit processing and plan review activities.Analyze current processes and recommend process improvements.Report to work as scheduled, with flexibility for potential work on evenings or weekends.Travel to offsite locations within and outside the city as necessary.Perform other related duties as assigned.Knowledge
- Principles and practices…
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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