Part Time Remote Building Plans Examiner - Minnesota Licensed

SAFEbuilt; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

SAFEbuilt is seeking a Part Time Remote Building Plan Reviewer to support its plan review operations from a home-based setting. You will review commercial, industrial, and residential plans for compliance with codes, and coordinate with municipal clients nationwide.

Ideal candidates hold Minnesota certification, with preference for Wisconsin certification, and have 3–5 years of commercial plan review experience. A related degree and a valid driving record are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minnesota Certified Building Official certification is required.
• Wisconsin Commercial Building Inspector Certification preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience reviewing commercial construction plans.
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Reviews all plans and specifications for commercial, industrial, and residential projects to ensure compliance with city, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Initiates preconstruction conferences with contractors and/or developers and associated staff members.
• Provides technical direction and assistance to inspection personnel relating to field problems.
• Assess and resolve complaints received from clients, applicants, public, designers, and contractors.
• Regularly interacts directly with municipal clients and their staff.
• May be required to perform inspections on as needed basis, providing interpretation of codes in the field.
• Attends meetings, educational seminars, and functions relating to building codes.

Skills

Building codes knowledge

Written communication

Multi-project management

Interpersonal skills

Independent judgement

Verbal communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

State of Minnesota Certified Building Official Certification

State of Wisconsin Commercial Building Inspector Certification

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Good driving record

Job description

Position:Part Time Remote Building Plan Reviewer - Minnesota

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Job Id:7441

# of Openings:0

Part Time Remote Building Plan Reviewer

SAFEbuilt is currently seeking an experienced Commercial Building Plans Examiner to support their plan review operations. This position offers great opportunity for dynamic, motivated self-starters to work on a variety of assignments. You’ll be a member of our highly respected building department team with a full complement of resources to support you and exciting projects to keep you challenged.

This is a work from home opportunity, networking with other SAFEbuilt plan review staff across the country. All technology and support provided.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews all plans and specifications for commercial, industrial, and residential projects to ensure compliance with city, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Initiates preconstruction conferences with contractors and/or developers and associated staff members.
• Provides technical direction and assistance to inspection personnel relating to field problems.
• Assess and resolve complaints received from clients, applicants, public, designers, and contractors.
• Regularly interacts directly with municipal clients and their staff.
• May be required to perform inspections on as needed basis, providing interpretation of codes in the field.
• Attends meetings, educational seminars, and functions relating to building codes.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology.
• Ability to prepare written plan review correspondence and update information into company software programs.
• Candidate must be able to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced atmosphere.
• Candidate must stay familiar and up to date with different editions of the International Building Codes.
• Must possess the ability to positively interact with other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental agencies, and other clientele.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Good time management, organization, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and a considerable amount of independent judgment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• State of Minnesota Certified Building Official Certification
• State of Wisconsin Commercial Building Inspector Certification preferred
• A minimum of three 5 years of experience in reviewing commercial construction plansoras an engineer or architect.
• A bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Good driving record.

COMPENSATION:

Competitive salary and benefits package.

More About SAFEbuilt: One of the fastest growing providers of privatized community development solutions in the country, SAFEbuilt has seen a significant increase in municipal contracts and employee growth over the past few years. 2018 is already shaping up to see similar growth and opportunity. SAFEbuilt partners with over 700 communities of all shapes and sizes throughout the country for the efficient delivery of privatized community development solutions including: building department services, community and transportation planning & zoning and community improvement services. Learn more at: http://safebuilt.com/

With Growth Comes Opportunity! Our culture is positive and energetic as we empower people to do what they do best. SAFEbuilt employs over 1000 highly qualified and motivated individuals who share the common Core Values of Integrity, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Improvement. We offer a strong salary and benefits package to reward ability, certification levels, and work experience. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, paid holidays, paid time off, paid training, new certification bonuses, a matching 401K Plan, and more.