Senior Plans Examiner

County of Mecklenburg, NC•Charlotte, NC

12d•$95,000 - $114,000•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 five years of code related experience and/or six years in the design or construction industry.
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
Ability to obtain a NC Code Officials Board Standard Level III certificate in building within one year of hire
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Requires County Driving Privileges
Knowledge of All applicable building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire and other related codes; Local and State ordinances and laws relative to building construction and zoning regulations
Knowledge of Applicable rules, laws and regulations
Knowledge of Basic principles and practices of engineering and architecture
Knowledge of Building and construction materials and methods
Knowledge of Practices and procedures related to code violations
Knowledge of Mathematical principles
Knowledge of Legislative processes
Knowledge of Principles, practices and methods of building design
Knowledge of Customer service principles
Knowledge of Applying basic engineering and architectural concepts, practices, and theories involved in the design/development/review/permitting, construction, maintenance, operations, or repair of,projects/sites and safety impacts
Knowledge of Proper permitting requirements for all project types
Skills Using computers and related software applications
Skills Providing customer service
Skills Performing mathematical calculations
Skills Reading and interpreting building plans, blue prints, documents, ordinances, and laws
Skills Conducting technical inspections
Skills Preparing clear, concise, and accurate reports
Skills Assigning and monitoring workloads
Skills Conducting research
Skills Public relations
Abilities Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships
Abilities Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Abilities Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs
Abilities Managing Conflict: Dealing effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people
Abilities Managing Work (includes Time Management): Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Abilities Planning and Organizing: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Abilities Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise
Abilities Delegating Responsibility: Allocating decision-making authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate others to maximize the organization’s and individuals’ effectiveness
Computer Skills Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer or Architecture
Standard Level III Building Certification
Licensure as a registered Architect or Engineer by the State Board of North Carolina

Responsibilities

Act as a daily lead in plan review and management of plan submittal and approvals process.
Work with staff and professional design community (architects and engineers) in handling more complex consultations in getting code and regulations for compliance, and evaluate and/or determination of life safety impacts to the design.
Serve as a leader and is responsible for information sharing of code changes, oversight, delegation and implementation of projects/plans according to codes and regulations.
Resolve scheduling and code issues
Handle customer complaints that have been escalated beyond the plans examiners on his/her team and consults with architects and engineers to determine the best method for moving the plans through the system
Conduct educational sessions for design professionals
Examine professional design documents to ascertain compliance with applicable building codes and assure public safety, health, and welfare of the community
Approve or rejects 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 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
Make sure customer solutions, practices, and procedures are carried out and achieve their objectives
Serve on committees, task forces, and other teams as requested