Plans Examiner

Bureau Veritas•Malibu, CA

39d•Hybrid

About The Position

Bureau Veritas is a global leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, helping clients to manage risk and enhance their performance in the fields of quality, health and safety, environment, and social responsibility. Their mission is to shape a world of trust by guaranteeing quality, ensuring health and safety, mitigating risks, and improving performance, as well as environmental protection and social responsibility. The company believes in empowering its talents to leave their mark, working as a team for the benefit of its 400,000 clients across 140 countries. The Plans Examiner will join a dynamic team and play a vital role in ensuring the safety, compliance, and quality of construction projects within communities. This meticulous and detail-oriented professional will conduct thorough reviews of building and construction plans, ensuring compliance with relevant building codes, ordinances, and regulations. The role requires extensive knowledge of construction methods, materials, and structural design principles, and is crucial for maintaining safety standards and ensuring all construction projects meet established codes and standards.

Requirements

Any combination equivalent to the experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying
Equivalent to graduation from high school
ICC Certification as a Plans Examiner (or ability to obtain certification within a specified period)
Strong knowledge of building codes such as International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code (IRC), and other local, state, and national building codes, regulations, and standards
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Effective communication skills to interact professionally with stakeholders and convey technical information clearly
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in using computer software for drafting, modeling, and plan review (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam)
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to inspection sites as required

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in plan reading, plan development, building inspection, construction trades, construction management, or related field
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
Proven experience in building plan review and code compliance, preferably in a municipal or county government setting

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough reviews of building and construction plans ensuring compliance with relevant building codes, ordinances, and regulations
Maintain safety standards and ensure that all construction projects meet established codes and standards