Senior Plan Engineer Hybrid

Irvine, CA

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

We only consider candidates living locally or within the State of CA. We do not pay any relocation expenses.

The Senior Plan Check Engineer is responsible for the technical review of construction documents related to residential, multi‑family, and commercial construction. Review drawings, calculations, soils reports and other documents for conformance with the California Building Standards Codes and Reference Standards. Uses engineering judgment to assess the adequacy of a design to address life‑safety review, structural review, or other aspects of the code.

The position has thorough knowledge of construction inspection and plan review protocols, policies, and procedures.

• Strong understanding of California Building Standards Codes and Referenced Standards.
• Responsible for the technical review of construction documents for residential, multi‑family, and commercial construction.
• Review drawings, calculations, soils reports and other documents for conformance with the California Building Standards Codes and Reference Standards.
• Use engineering judgment to assess the adequacy of a design for life‑safety review, structural review, or other code aspects.
• Have thorough knowledge of construction inspection and plan review protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Read and interpret maps, construction diagrams, electronic plans, and specifications and evaluate them for compliance with California Building Standards Codes, Reference Standards, and other governing codes and ordinances.
• Understand design discipline coordination, plan development, and write effective plan check correction notices.
• Exhibit sound judgment reading and interpreting code requirements.
• Suggest alternate forms of compliance with codes & ordinances.
• Prepare and present effective oral and written reports.
• Develop a working understanding of electronic plan check submittals, review, and software systems.
• Maintain effective working relationships with government agencies, civic organizations, architects, contractors, engineers, and the public.
• Represent the department at internal and external meetings and exhibit sound judgment while representing CSG and its clients.
• Stay current on legal and technical developments pertaining to building construction and codes.
• Work independently as an expert in matters of specialized code, rules, and policy.
• Work towards obtaining and maintaining additional ICC Certifications as related to duties of the position.
• Work under the general direction of the supervisor and review work as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• 5‑10 years reviewing plans for conformance to the California Building Standards Codes and Referenced Standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Possession of a current PE California License is required.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering as applied to building design and construction.
• International Code Council (ICC) Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Plans Examiner Certification, or additional applicable ICC Certifications, or CASp Certification, as required for this role.
• Competency in and effective use of computer systems such as Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam & Bluebeam Studios, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc. to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with both internal and external customers regardless of technical expertise.
• Maintain calm in stressful situations and be flexible to overcome obstacles.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• General office environment.
• Require walking and bending.
• May require lifting up to 35 pounds.
• Capacity to work in a fast‑paced environment with deadlines and multiple projects.
• Must be able to work independently or in a team environment.
• May require visiting work sites and/or clients.
• On an as‑needed basis working at a client office is required.
• Position regularly requires working in a sitting position with computer for extended periods.

$115,000 – $140,000 USD

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