PLANS Examining Engineer IV
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Building Services Engineer, Environmental/ Urban Planning, Structural Engineer
Plans Examining Engineer IV
Ensuring Structures Stand Strong, from Plan to Permit! Start your rewarding career with the City and County of Honolulu today! Looking for a role where your expertise ensures safe, strong, and well-designed buildings? The Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP), Building Division is seeking two (2) safety-conscious and detail-oriented Plans Examining Engineer IV's! This full-time, permanent role, located in Honolulu, involves reviewing and analyzing building plans to ensure safety and compliance with the Building Code and other regulations, and overseeing the approval of all building projects under the Building Department.
What You Will Do
- Check plans and specifications for building permit applications and ensure compliance with engineering standards, the Building Code, and other regulations.
- Review major building designs and assist in evaluating complex structures for structural adequacy.
- Advise and consult with architects, engineers, and the inspection team on structural designs and code compliance.
- Approve building permits and ensure designs meet all safety and regulatory requirements.
- Manage the Plans Examining Unit by setting goals, developing policies and procedures, overseeing budgets, and recommending staffing and resources as needed.
- Assist the public and conduct inspections by answering questions, interpreting building codes, guiding permit requirements, conducting field inspections for major engineering issues, and recommending revisions to codes or procedures.
- Perform other related duties as needed.
Special Working Conditions
- Work schedule is Monday - Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
*** Actual salary will be commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval, and subject to funding availability.
*** Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by visiting https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
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