Architect/Engineer Reviewer I/II

Prince George's County, Maryland; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince George's County Government in Largo, Maryland seeks an entry-level to full-performance professional to review construction plans, drawings, and permit applications for compliance with building, fire, accessibility, life-safety codes, and County regulations. Applicants with architectural or fire protection plan review qualifications are encouraged to apply.

The department emphasizes plan review across architectural/building and fire/life-safety disciplines, with ICC certification within

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Four years of professional experience in construction, electrical, mechanical, or fire prevention work.
• Equivalently qualified combinations may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural, building, fire protection, and life-safety plans for compliance with codes and standards.
• Evaluate plan reviews for occupancy classifications, means of egress, fire-resistance and accessibility requirements.

Skills

Plan review

Building codes

Life safety

ADA accessibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

About The Position

This is entry-level to full-performance professional technical work involving the review and evaluation of construction plans, drawings, specifications, and permit applications for compliance with applicable building codes, fire codes, accessibility requirements, life safety standards, and County regulations. DPIE is seeking qualified candidates with education or professional experience in one or more of the following areas: (1) architectural and building plan review, including accessibility (ADA) and life safety compliance; or (2) fire protection and life safety plan review, including fire protection systems and applicable fire code requirements. Applicants with qualifications in either discipline, or both, are encouraged to apply.

About The Agency

The Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE) is responsible for coordinating and enforcing standards that control what goes on before, during, and after construction. Staff from nine agencies, who work cooperatively on permit processing, business licensing, plan review, inspection and enforcement comprise Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement. The Mission of the Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement is to promote economic development in Prince George's County and protect the safety of County residents, businesses, and visitors through efficient permitting, inspection and licensing services to ensure compliance with established building, zoning and property standards codes.

Examples of Work

• Reviews architectural, building, fire protection, and life safety plans for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations, including the International Building Code (IBC), State Fire Code, NFPA standards, Maryland Accessibility Code, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility requirements, and applicable County amendments.
• Plan review assignments that may include evaluating of simple structural system, occupancy classifications, construction types, means of egress, fire-resistance-rated construction, accessibility, and other building and fire/life safety requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the engineering or related scientific field determined by the requirements of the position (e.g., civil, environmental, architectural, mechanical, fire protection, or industrial).
• Four (4) years of professional experience in construction, electrical, mechanical, or fire prevention work.

Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must obtain applicable International Code Council (ICC) Certification within one (1) year of employment.
• Be a licensed architect or PE.

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Additional Information

Salary Range Transparency

The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates

November 10-12, 2026.

Job Location

9400 Peppercorn Place, Suite 213 Largo, Maryland 20774

Conditions of Employment

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
• Obtain discipline specific ICC certification within twelve (12) months.

Eligibility to Work

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS

If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace