Senior Plans Examiner - Inspector

Overview

Stantec’s Phoenix office is looking for an experienced, certified individual who is responsible for approving moderately complex commercial and residential projects such as new construction, tenant improvements, remodels, additions, and small structures based on applicable ICC codes, ordinances, and administrative directives which are enforced by the jurisdictions that Stantec Consulting Services provides services. The desired candidate is also responsible for various field assignments when staffing needs arise.

Experience in the office and field are critical for success in this position.

Responsibilities include reviewing, interpreting, and approving construction phases and building plans and specifications; providing concise written documents communicating deficiencies; document maintenance; and client and applicant interactions to communicate requirements and find solutions. Candidates work with all international codes which are complex and require a variety of interpretations based upon the specific conditions of each construction project, including the scope of work to be performed, nature of work, age of existing building, codes applicable during the original construction, and current code requirements.

• Perform commercial and residential inspections as needed by the jurisdictions.
• Advise applicant regarding plan or construction deficiencies.
• Research and enter technical data as required for sites, permits, or plans information into Word documents, various client software programs, and Microsoft Office files.
• Maintain knowledge of code updates and ordinance changes and attend seminars for continuing education on code and ordinance changes.
• Review and inspect new and remodel construction and supplemental documents to approve or deny applications for commercial and residential construction projects.
• Interpret codes and inform applicants of construction code requirements.
• Assist Project Manager Assistant and department management in technical and customer problem resolutions for all projects.
• Provide customer service and commitment to support business growth and profitability.