Plans Examiner (CIRC)

County of Mecklenburg, NC • Charlotte, NC

6d • $75,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations. Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

Requirements

• Minimum of six years of progressive experience of code application in the building trades field such as mechanical, electrical, or general contracting, or as a building trades inspector or code specialist with an architectural or engineering firm.
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Ability to be Certified by the State of North Carolina as either a Plans Examiner, Inspector Level III (must obtain within one year of hire).
• Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License.
• Proficient in various applicable computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient in various applicable computer programs, especially those specific to the area of expertise.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer or Architect

Responsibilities

• Assisting customers with code review and evaluation of architectural blueprints, engineering calculations, and construction documents for commercial and residential projects; to ensure they comply with local and state building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical codes.
• Provide direct technical assistance and guidance to developers, architects, and contractors navigating the permitting process.
• Conduct and perform reviews and evaluation of construction documents from professional engineers and architects for ensuring compliance with North Carolina State Building Codes, federal laws and other regulations.
• Perform work independently or with minimal supervision, and provides consultative services to design professional community and industry on regulation compliance matters and participates in training for the industry.
• Examine professional design documents and specifications to ascertain compliance with applicable building codes and assure public safety, health, and welfare of the community.
• Approve or reject documents utilizing supporting code, discipline, general statutes, and policy references.
• Evaluate specific projects for time of review and processes applications for time estimates.
• Execute final sign off and approval for construction design documents.
• Provide consultation before, during and following plans examination; educates design professionals, developers and contractors regarding policies, procedures, and codes; analyzes and suggests methods for design modifications.
• Participate in code making processes; provides logic, consistency, clarity, and fairness in code changes, applications, and interpretations.
• Contribute to department and industry safety objectives by actively participating in professional organization education, legislative, administrative, and code processes.
• Provide advice to design professionals, town planners, the general public and contractors regarding code compliance, applicable procedures, and other related issues.
• Make sure that customer solutions, practices, and procedures are carried out and achieve their objectives.
• Serve on committees, task forces, and other teams as requested.
• As applicable, provide front office support, which may include: answering telephones and providing information to callers; periodically staffing service points that require in-person interactions with customers or staff; and/or, performing other related activities.

Benefits

• Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level