5207 Associate Civil Engineer - Department of Building Inspection (Permanent Exempt)
About The Position
The Associate Civil Engineer works under direction for the San Francisco Department of Building Inspection, performing structural and architectural reviews of building permit applications for construction, alteration, and repair of public and private buildings and structures. The role evaluates plans, calculations, specifications, and supporting documents for compliance with the San Francisco Building Code, structural standards, and applicable laws and ordinances. It also involves interpreting and enforcing code requirements, coordinating with property owners, contractors, design professionals, and City agencies, and preparing technical correspondence and reports. The position is located at 49 South Van Ness, San Francisco, California. It is a Permanent Exempt (PEX), Category 18 appointment, excluded from the competitive Civil Service examination process and serving at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.
Requirements
- Three years of verifiable professional civil engineering work experience, including two years of experience equivalent to or higher than a 5203 Assistant Civil Engineer.
- Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in California.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
- Strong knowledge of engineering principles and familiarity with wood, concrete, and steel design, seismic design requirements, and applicable building codes and standards.
- Skill in reviewing and interpreting structural drawings, calculations, and construction documents.
- Ability to analyze structural systems for code compliance; communicate effectively with property owners, contractors, design professionals, and agency representatives; enforce codes and regulations; and prepare clear, concise technical reports and correspondence.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of ASCE 41 and seismic evaluation and retrofit methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Review structural and architectural plans, calculations, and specifications for compliance with building codes, structural design standards, and applicable regulations.
- Identify deficiencies, resolve routine plan-review issues, and refer complex matters when needed.
- Prepare written review comments, technical reports, and status updates, and document compliance findings.
- Coordinate with applicants, engineers, and other City agencies to support permit processing and resolve plan-review issues.
- Evaluate building permit applications and plans for accuracy and completeness.
- Interpret codes and guide applicants, owners, and design professionals on applicable requirements.
- Estimate project scope for fee determination and approve plans and applications that meet applicable codes and standards.
- Review structural documents submitted in response to enforcement actions, including unpermitted work and violations.
- Determine whether proposed corrective measures are adequate and prepare violation notices when necessary.
- Coordinate with inspection staff as needed to support compliance after plan approval.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
