Civil Engineer Technician

CMT Services, Inc.; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering firm in Maryland is seeking a para-professional engineer to manage building plan reviews and customer inquiries. This role involves ensuring the accuracy of plan submissions, coordinating the review process, and utilizing electronic permitting software. Candidates should have a high school diploma and four years of para-professional engineering experience. A strong background in civil engineering and customer service is preferred, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 4 years of para-professional engineering experience required.
• Experience with building/structural plan review is preferred.
• Proficiency in eplan or other electronic permitting software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and process commercial and residential building plan submissions.
• Coordinate the review process and provide assistance to applicants.
• Manage records and ensure compliance with retention schedules.
• Facilitate the ePlan system for users.
• Handle customer inquiries related to plan review and permitting.

Skills

Mathematics

Engineering experience

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

College level courses in civil engineering

Tools

ePlan software

Momentum software

Job description

ABOUT US:

CMT Services Inc. is a dynamic and small business supporting Federal, State, and Local government agencies. As an SBA-certified HUBZone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), we deliver quality, professional services to support the missions and strategic business goals of our clients.

About the Position

This is a para-professional engineering position within the Division of Building Plan Review. The incumbent is responsible for plans administration to ensure services are delivered timely and appropriately during the permitting process to both internal and external customers. Work is performed that affords independent judgment and technical evaluation under the general supervision of the Section Supervisor and/or the Division Associate Director or designee. The incumbent performs work diligently to complete tasks and duties as assigned. The incumbent will also be responsible for performing a variety of clerical and/or administrative duties relative to the processing of applications and issuance of various County permits.

Anticipated Period of Performance

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: 6/30/2026

Examples of Work

• Receipt and Process Plans: Receives and process commercial and residential building plan submissions. Reviews each submittal package for completeness and accuracy.
• Quality control - checks plans, applications and workflows, returning same as necessary. Coordinates the review process and provides assistance and guidance to applicants.
• Records Management / Plans Log Out: Coordinates collation, stamping and release of approved plans to the Permits Office for issuance. Verifies that all disciplines have reviewed and appropriately recorded their approvals in both the automated and manual systems. Ensures in-house archiving of issued engineering plans in accordance with the approved records retention schedule.
• ePlan (ProjectDox) Coordinator/Facilitator: Responsible for ensuring that the ePlan system is accessible, reliable and functional for internal and external users.
• Customer Services: Responsible for handling inquiries from internal and external customers as they pertain to general plan review and permitting requirements.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED, supplemented by college level courses in higher mathematics (algebra, trigonometry, geometry) and civil engineering.
• Four (4) years of para-professional engineering experience.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be accepted.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Building/structural plan review experience.
• Experience with eplan, momentum or other electronic permitting and plan review software.
• ICC / NFPA building plan review and/or inspections experience, engineering or architectural bachelor's degree.

Join Our Team:

At CMT Services, we believe that extraordinary results come from empowering exceptional people. If you're ready to lead innovative projects, solve complex challenges, and contribute to meaningful infrastructure development while advancing your career in a supportive, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

Disclaimer:

By submitting your resume for this job posting, you authorize CMT Services, Inc. to forward your resume to all applicable internal and external managers, agencies, and recruitment personnel for review and consideration to hire.