Building Plans Examiner

Aoka LLC; United States; A distancia; USD 55.000 - 76.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Training sessions

Meaningful work

Descripción de la vacante

Aoka LLC seeks an experienced Plans Examiner to join our remote, part-time team. You will conduct detailed technical reviews of architectural, structural, and MEP plans for residential and commercial projects, verify code compliance, and prepare clear plan review reports.

This flexible role offers hourly pay between $40 and $55, no guaranteed minimum hours, and opportunities to collaborate with contractors, architects, engineers, and local jurisdictions across the country.

Formación

• Experience reviewing architectural, structural, and MEP plans for code compliance.
• Proficient in preparing written plan review reports.
• Strong communication with contractors, architects, engineers, and jurisdictions.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct detailed reviews of architectural, structural, and MEP plans.
• Prepare clear plan review reports and verify valuations.
• Communicate findings to project teams and jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Respond to inquiries and maintain permitting records.
• Support timely project approvals and mentor junior staff.

Conocimientos

Building codes

Plan reviews multi-discipline

Report writing

Communication

Customer service

Permitting systems

Independent time management

Educación

5+ years plan review experience

ICC Master Code Professional (MCP) certification

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Plans Examiner to join Aoka. Plans Examiners conduct detailed technical reviews of architectural, structural, and MEP plans for residential and commercial projects, verifying code compliance and communicating findings to contractors, architects, engineers, and local jurisdictions.
This is a flexible, remote, part-time role paid at $40 to $55 per hour, based on experience and certifications.
In this role, you will prepare clear plan review reports, help resolve code compliance issues, and support timely project approvals while working alongside an experienced team of code professionals.Work is assigned on an as-needed basis depending on project availability, and you can accept assignments based on your workload. There are no guaranteed minimum hours.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed technical reviews of architectural, structural, and MEP plans for code compliance
• Prepare clear and concise written plan review reports and verify project valuations
• Communicate review findings to contractors, architects, engineers, and local jurisdictions
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to resolve code compliance issues
• Respond to phone and email inquiries regarding plan review comments and requirements
• Maintain accurate records in the permitting system and update project logs
• Provide excellent customer service by offering solutions that support timely project approvals
• Attend company meetings and training sessions, and assist in mentoring junior staff as needed

Required Skills and Abilities

• Thorough understanding of building codes for residential and commercial construction
• Ability to review architectural, structural, and MEP plans across multiple disciplines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Solid written reporting and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills
• Comfort using permitting systems and digital plan review tools
• Ability to manage a flexible schedule and meet review deadlines independently

Education and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in plan review for residential and commercial projects
• ICC Master Code Professional (MCP) certification required

Physical Requirements

• Extended periods of working on a computer to review plans and prepare reports
• Ability to review detailed drawings and documents on screen for long periods
• Ability to communicate by phone, email, and video with project teams

Why Work With Us

• Competitive pay of $40 to $55 per hour, based on experience and certifications
• Flexible, remote, part-time work
• Ongoing company meetings and training sessions
• Meaningful work helping deliver safe, code-compliant buildings

About Aoka

Aoka is a government services provider offering full building department support to more than 80 cities across Texas and several beyond the state. Our services include planning and zoning, building and fire plan review, civil plan review, and building, fire, and health inspections. At the federal level, we support HUD and OHP programs. Aoka gives agencies the expertise and capacity to keep projects moving, enforce codes consistently, and protect public safety. Our proprietary software, VertexPlans, streamlines plan reviews, inspections, and reporting - ensuring faster turnaround times and better communication for our clients.

Our Values: Continuous Improvement | Diversity of Thought | Empathy | Focus

Our Vision: Using technology to reshape construction.

Aoka is an equal opportunity employer (EEO), providing fair employment to all applicants and employees.