Plans Examiner

SAFEbuilt•South Chicago, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

SAFEbuilt is seeking a talented and experienced Plans Examiner to join their team of professionals. This position offers a great opportunity for dynamic, motivated self-starters to work on a variety of work assignments. You’ll be a member of a highly respected team of professionals with a full complement of resources to support you and exciting projects to keep you challenged.

Requirements

ICC Building Plans Examiner certification required
Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology.
Must 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.
Candidate must be able to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced atmosphere.
Candidate must 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.
Experience in reviewing construction plans required

Nice To Haves

ICC Plans Examiner Certifications in multiple trades preferred
Basic knowledge of land development processes including zoning regulations, land entitlements, and public infrastructure construction.

Responsibilities

Provide complete non-structural plan reviews of commercial, industrial and residential buildings for compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Reviews all plans and specifications for commercial, industrial, and residential projects to ensure compliance with city, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Initiates preconstruction conferences with contractors and/or developers and associated staff members.
Provides technical direction and assistance to inspection personnel relating to field problems.
Assess and resolve complaints received from clients, applicants, public, designers, and contractors.
Regularly interacts 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.
Attends meetings, educational seminars, and functions relating to building codes.