Plan Checker II - Journey Level

Newport Beach, CA
3737 Birch St
Suite 250
Newport Beach, CA 92660, USA

Ardurra is seeking a Plan Checker II - Journey Level to join our team in Southern California!

Position Summary Performs independent review of a broad range of civil infrastructure plans and exercises professional judgment in applying municipal standards and requirements.

• Independently review civil plans and technical documents
• Coordinate directly with applicants and municipal staff
• Provide responses to technical questions regarding comments and corrections
• Independently evaluate coordination between multiple civil disciplines and supporting documents
• Identify and resolve plan coordination issues affecting constructability, quantities, or compliance
• Participate in technical coordination meetings or calls with project engineers as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• 3–6 years of progressively responsible experience in:
  Municipal public works engineering
• Strong working knowledge of:
  Grading and drainage design;
  Stormwater management and LID requirements;
  Water, sewer, and storm drain infrastructure

• Prior experience supporting California cities, counties, or special districts
• Familiarity with:
  Greenbook (Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction);
  Caltrans standards and specifications;
  County drainage, hydrology, or flood control manuals
• Strong written communication and technical documentation skills
• Ability to work independently in a consultant support role

$80,000 to $110,000 (DOE)

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family‑like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry‑leading Leadership program.

We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people‑centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time‑off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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