Plans Review Engineer
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental/ Urban Planning, Building Services Engineer, Safety Engineer -
Construction
Civil Engineering, Environmental/ Urban Planning
Commercial Plans Reviewer
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.
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