Plans Examiner - Cook County, IL

Relocation provided

SAFEbuilt has the technical expertise to provide Community Development services, but the reason for our success is our people. Over 1600 experts make up our team from across the country, with experience in a full range of professional services and skills. Each team member values integrity, improvement, service, teamwork, and respect. These core values are the foundation of positive relationships among coworkers, our clients, residents, and anyone invested in the continued success of their community.

• Provide complete non-structural plan reviews of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings for compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Review all plans and specifications for commercial, industrial, and residential projects to ensure compliance with city, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Initiate preconstruction conferences with contractors and/or developers and associated staff members.
• Provide technical direction and assistance to inspection personnel relating to field problems.
• Assess and resolve complaints received from clients, applicants, public, designers, and contractors.
• Regularly interact directly with municipal clients and their staff.
• May be required to perform inspections on an as‑needed basis, providing interpretation of codes in the field.
• Attend meetings, educational seminars, and functions relating to building codes.

SAFEbuilt pays competitive wages and has a comprehensive benefit offering. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, paid holidays, paid time off, matching 401(k) plans, wellness programs and more. SAFEbuilt is committed to career progression through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses. Hourly rate: $35‑$45 per hour.

• Basic knowledge of land development processes including zoning regulations, land entitlements, and public infrastructure construction.
• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology.
• Possess the ability to positively interact with other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental agencies, and other clientele.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and a considerable amount of independent judgment.
• Ability to prepare written plan review correspondence and update information into company software programs.
• Handle multiple projects in a fast‑paced atmosphere.
• Stay familiar and up to date with different editions of the International Building Codes.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Good time management, organization, and attention to detail.

• ICC Building Plans Examiner certification required.
• ICC Plans Examiner certifications in multiple trades preferred.
• Experience in reviewing construction plans required.

SAFEbuilt is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

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