Building Plan Examiner

City of Conroe; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Conroe is seeking a qualified Building Plans Reviewer to work under the supervision of building officials. You will review residential applications, plans and specifications and assist with commercial reviews, ensuring compliance with codes and permitting procedures.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, at least 5 years in building code enforcement or related field, and an ICC certification within one year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years experience in building code enforcement, building plan review or related field.
• Must obtain ICC certification within 1 year (Residential Building Inspector, Residential Plans Examiner or equivalent).
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and building department software.

Responsibilities

• Review all residential building applications, plans and specifications.
• Assist in reviewing commercial applications, plans and specifications.
• Review individual permit applications and plans for signs, solar panels and generators.

Skills

5+ years experience in building codes

Read & interpret construction plans

Customer service excellence

Coordinate permit issuance

Technical writing

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Building department software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the building officials, this position is responsible for reviewing all residential building applications, plans and specifications; assists in reviewing commercial applications, plans and specifications. This position is also responsible for reviewing individual permit applications and plans related to signs, solar panels and generators.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. A minimum of 5 years of experience is required in a building code enforcement, building plan review or related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Requirements:

Must have, or be able to obtain within one year, an International Code Council (ICC) certification as one of the following: Residential Building Inspector, Residential Plans Examiner or other ICC certification of equal hierarchy. Must be proficient in computer software such as, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and building department software.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret the International Code Council family of codes.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to provide the highest level of customer service to the building and citizen community.
• Ability to coordinate the issuance of residential building permits in accordance with set procedures.
• Ability to complete multiple tasks under pressure without sacrificing quality.
• Skill in technical and professional writing.
• Ability to keep records, express ideas clearly, work independently of direct supervision and establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and collaborative partners.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is sedentary and requires the ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: fingering, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, talking and visual acuity.

BENEFITS

The City of Conroe offers great benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance program, paid time off and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities. Starting salary for this position is $28.11 hourly.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.