Plans Review Engineer

Salary: $36.62 - $48.85 Hourly
Location : Lincoln, NE
Job Type: Full time/probationary or status
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Department: Planning and Development Services Department
Opening Date: 01/14/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Job Posting Information

Join Building and Safety and Shape the Future of Our Community's Skyline!
At Building and Safety, we're more than just regulators - we're stewards of innovation and safety for every new building that rises in our community. We are passionate about ensuring every commercial building meets the highest standards, combining cutting-edge knowledge with meticulous attention to detail to uphold the safety, compliance, and excellence of each project. When you join our team, you're not only building structures;

you're building a safer, stronger future.

About the Role
We're seeking a proactive, detail-oriented professional with expertise in the International Fire Code and NFPA codes to join us as a Commercial Plans Reviewer. In this role, you will be on the front lines of public safety, reviewing construction documents for new commercial properties - including site and utility plans - and new building construction, renovations, additions. Your expertise will ensure every design meets the highest fire and life safety requirements of local, state codes and NFPA standards - protecting lives and property with each project you touch.

What You'll Do
In this impactful role, your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with architects, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure clarity on requirements and provide guidance on code compliance.
• Preparing detailed reports and documentation that reflect your findings and assessments.
• Collaborate with fire inspectors to address any issues or discrepancies that arise during construction.
• Staying ahead of the curve on evolving fire codes and NFPA standards.

What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or a related field, along with significant experience in building design and/or construction. You'll bring a firm understanding of International Fire Code as published by the International Code Council (ICC) and knowledge of NFPA standards.

Why Join Us?
As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• A competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• A retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and opportunities for professional growth and continuing education

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field and at least two (2) years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Requirements:

• Must obtain certification as a Building Plans Examiner or Fire Plans Examiner by the International Code Council or as a Certified Fire Plan Examiner by the National Fire Protection Association within six (6) months of employment.

Join us in building a safer, more sustainable future for our city! The City of Lincoln is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify participant.

This position can be filled at either a Part Time (20-30 hours) or Full Time (40 hours) status.
We value each City of Lincoln employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees' professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position:

• Pay increases are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance.

• We encourage a healthy work-life balance by offering 11 days of vacation leave and 12 days of sick leave annually that you begin accruing upon hire; plus 11 paid holidays and 2 personal convenience days.

• All medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait!

• 30 days of Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance Programs offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching.

• Up to 4 days of Funeral and Bereavement Leave

• $70,000 of Life Insurance

• $1,250 of Tuition Reimbursement

• 401(a) Retirement Plan. If you make a 7% contribution, the City will contribute 9%

• Employer provided Post Employment Health Plan for eligible medical expenses that occur after you leave City employment.

• Optional benefits include:
  • Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Allstate Voluntary Plans
  • Supplemental Term Life
  • Deferred Compensation Plans

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