Plan Reviewer III

Plan Reviewer III

Under limited supervision, the Plan Reviewer III serves as the City's senior technical authority for plan review, independently managing the full range of residential and commercial plan review activities. This is the advanced journey-level position in the Plan Reviewer series and functions as the lead plan reviewer for the Inspections Division. The Plan Reviewer III provides technical guidance to junior staff, assists the Inspections Administrator in operational and process matters, and serves in an acting administrative capacity as needed.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Serving as the City's lead plan reviewer, independently managing plan review for the full range of residential and commercial construction projects, including complex occupancy types, mixed-use buildings, and large-scale commercial developments.
• Reviewing commercial and residential plans and applications for compliance with applicable ICC codes and related development regulations.
• Issuing building permits and certificates of occupancy; reviewing and recommending fees for permits.
• In the absence of the Inspections Administrator, serving as the acting authority for plan review and permitting decisions, including resolving technical disputes between contractors and inspectors regarding code-related items.
• Meeting with owners, contractors, architects, and engineers in the pre-design stage to discuss design concepts and the application of code, particularly when designs require code interpretation.
• Assisting the Inspections Administrator in the development and implementation of City-wide plan review and permitting processes, including the use and integration of permit management software systems.
• Assisting in building inspections as needed to support the Inspections division.
• Providing technical oversight, mentoring, and guidance to Plan Reviewer I and II staff; reviewing work for accuracy and completeness as directed by the Inspections Administrator.
• Responding to building code inquiries, citizen complaints, and contractor concerns; determining resolutions consistent with City goals and policies.
• Maintaining relationships with community organizations, contractors, developers, and citizens; serving as a technical resource regarding Inspections programs, policies, and procedures.
• Assisting the Inspections Administrator in representing the Inspections Division with other City departments and outside agencies.
• Maintaining accurate records of plan review activities, permit issuances, and technical determinations.
• Communicating courteously and professionally and maintaining effective working relationships in carrying out job functions.
• Working safely, following safe work practices, and identifying and reporting unsafe work conditions.
• Performing other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction engineering, construction management, or a related field; or an Associate's degree with an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Seven or more years of progressively responsible experience in plan review, building inspection, or a closely related field.
• ICC Residential Plans Examiner certification.
• ICC Commercial Plans Examiner certification.
• Demonstrated ability to independently review complex commercial construction documents across a variety of occupancy types.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable International Codes including the IBC, IRC, and IEBC, and working knowledge of other applicable International Codes as they relate to plan review.
• Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with peers, superiors, other City departments, subordinates, vendors, contractors, external government agencies and organizations.
• Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Valid driver's license.

Supplemental information includes:

• ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) certification, or active progress toward CBO eligibility.
• ICC Building Inspector or Commercial Building Inspector certification, or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• Previous experience in a lead or senior plan review role in a municipal setting.
• Familiarity with permit management software systems and process improvement.
• Previous supervisory or mentoring experience.