Chief Building & Development Planner

City of Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 105,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

City of Omaha is seeking a seasoned professional to lead the Building and Development division within the Planning Department. The role directs staff in plan review, code development, inspections, licensing, and technology; reports to the Planning Director.

Qualified candidates have a degree in engineering with a structural/mechanical emphasis and at least five years of progressively responsible experience, including three years in management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with structural or mechanical emphasis.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in building plans, design, construction and inspections.
• At least three years in a supervisory/manager role in permits/inspection.
• Must be licensed as PE or architect in Nebraska or ICC Master Code Professional / Building Official.
• Must travel to work sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Building and Development division within Planning.
• Manage the division's annual budget and expenditures.
• Administer permit, inspection, plan review, licensing and computer tech functions.
• Direct enforcement and interpretation of building and related codes.
• Supervise subordinates, assign work, and manage performance.
• Coordinate with inspectors across disciplines and external agencies.
• Approve final permits and determine building valuations for fees.
• Represent the city as Building Official and ICC/ NFPA liaison.
• Coordinate with Fire, Public Works, and utilities on codes and easements.
• Maintain regular attendance per schedule; perform other related duties.

Skills

Computer literacy

Construction practices

Engineering knowledge

Municipal codes

Engineering calculations

Continual learning

Leadership skills

Licensing administration

Supervisory skills

Communication

Relationship building

Reading comprehension

Safety compliance

Physical endurance

Light lifting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

5 years supervisory/manager experience in permits & inspections

Job description

City of Omaha is seeking a seasoned professional to lead the Building and Development division within the Planning Department. The role directs staff in plan review, code development, inspections, licensing, and technology; reports to the Planning Director.

Qualified candidates have a degree in engineering with a structural/mechanical emphasis and at least five years of progressively responsible experience, including three years in management.