Plan Examiner

Coordinates an interdepartmental construction plan review and permitting process; Regularly confers with the public, contractors, engineers and architects concerning matters pertaining to proposed construction projects; provides guidance and advice concerning procedural, regulatory and technical matters affecting private and public building construction projects; reviews construction documents for conformance to adopted codes and standards, prepares comprehensive written reports and issues building permits.

Serve as a contact for the public, contractors and design professionals;Serve as a liaison to other regulatory departments and agencies and coordinate an interdepartmental plan review process;Review and interpret complex technical information presented in construction plans, documents and shop drawings and determine conformance with established codes and standards;Communicate plan review results, compliance issues, and regulatory or procedural information effectively to customers of widely varied backgrounds and technical sophistication levels;Interface effectively with Department support staff and field inspection personnel with respect to administrative and technical project-related matters;Promote a positive public image and deliver exemplary customer service in a fast-[aced production environment;Perform other duties as assignedModel code organization certification as a Building Plan Examiner preferred.

Completion of a bachelor degree in architecture, engineering, construction management or a related field, or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills: Knowledge of:

Municipal plan review and permitting proceduresInternational Building and Residential Code requirements for constructionGeneral building design and constructionThe Texas Engineering and Architectural Practices Acts, as well as other Statues and State Administrative rules affecting the municipal building regulatory functionAbility ToEffectively perform all listed essential functionsCommunicate effectively, both orally and in writingOrganize, prioritize and multi-task efficientlyAnalyze a technical work problem, evaluated available alternatives, and make recommendations from among the available solutionsUtilize standard office softwarePhysical RequirementsOccasionally lift and carry up to 10 poundsOccasionally walk during a shiftFrequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standingPlace arms above, at or below shoulder height