Plans Examiner

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Review new and existing commercial and residential plans, specifications, and structural designs for compliance with federal, state and local codes and ordinances. The ideal candidate desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and teamwork.

Under the general direction of the Code Official, this position will oversee and manage complete commercial and residential plan review and permit issuance. This position consults with designers, engineers, architects, developers, contractors, and the general public as it relates to code interpretations and the application and use of construction methods and materials. This position will coordinate with city departments including Planning and Zoning, Fire, Public Works, Water, and other city staff on issues related to permit issuance, code interpretation and specific projects.

• Examine plans, documents and specifications to determine compliance with federal, state and local codes and ordinances.
• Works collaboratively with building officials, inspection staff, architects, engineers, contractors, builders and the general public in the field and office to interpret requirements and restrictions, advises on new building methods and materials to establish good building practices.
• Assists in determining appropriate project valuation and permit fees.
• Responds to code-related inquiries & concerns from the public.
• Answer questions from stakeholders related to code enforcement, the permitting, plan documents, etc.
• Assists with development and implementation of procedures, policies, informational bulletins/literature and materials used in daily operations.
• Participate in the recommendation and drafting of building and other related code amendments and changes.
• Participate in development review team meetings to provide guidance as it relates to building code compliance, to contractors, developers, architects and/or engineers related to conceptual or proposed developments.
• Maintain records and accompanying documentation for permit applications and prepare reports for use by administration.
• Work closely with inspectors and permit techs, providing support and cross functional teamwork.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Building and construction - Knowledge of construction means, methods and materials, both residential and commercial. Ability to read construction plans and documents. Knowledge of zoning regulations, codes, policies and ordinances.
• Customer and personal service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services which includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Engineering and technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology including applying principles, techniques and procedures to evaluate construction requirements.
• Design – General knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints and drawings.
• Technology - Knowledge of personal computers, word-processing and spreadsheet software.
• Critical thinking and complex problem solving – Noticing a problem, thinking about the pros and cons, and figuring out the best way to solve it.

• Knowledge of advanced construction techniques, procedures and methods related to plan review, and current building codes & building materials.
• Ability to read and understand detailed building construction documents; to confirm acceptable construction types; to interpret and review a variety of complex engineering plans, code specifications, mathematical computations; to make field inspections and quickly provide code requirements on in-field construction issues.
• Or equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training to meet the required qualifications.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Certification as a Building Plans Examiner within one year of date of hire as issued by the International Code…