Plans Examiner

RXinsider LTD.

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company‑matched Retirement plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Short‑Term Disability

Long‑Term Disability

Optional life and pet insurance

Job summary

Bureau Veritas is seeking a Plans Examiner to ensure safety, compliance, and quality of construction plans across Southern California and neighboring regions. You will review plans for IBC/IRC compliance and work with architects, engineers, and contractors to resolve deficiencies.

Ideal candidates hold ICC Plans Examiner certification (or can obtain it), a related bachelor’s degree, and proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam.

Qualifications

Experience in plan review and code compliance.
ICC certification or ability to obtain within a specified period.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
Strong knowledge of IBC/IRC and other codes.

Responsibilities

Review building plans, specifications, and permits for code compliance.
Verify structural integrity, fire safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to address deficiencies.
Provide guidance and training to staff and stakeholders on code requirements.
Represent the department professionally to ensure a culture of compliance and safety.
Perform field inspections as needed and document findings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

ICC Plans Examiner Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

Plans Examiner Southern California // Las Vegas, NV // Sacramento, CA // Phoenix, AZ

Bureau Veritas is a global leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, helping clients to manage risk and enhance their performance in the fields of quality, health and safety, environment, and social responsibility.

Position Overview:

OUR MISSION: SHAPING A WORLD OF TRUST

Guaranteeing quality, ensuring health and safety, mitigating risks, and improving performance as well as environmental protection and social responsibility… This is what Bureau Veritas is about, truly believing that it contributes to bettering society.

Blending performance & integrity, with ambition & humility, responsibility & openness, we are proud that our people leave a mark on what they do.

We respect our people and believe in our talents.

We empower them to leave their mark, working as a team for the benefit of our 400,000 clients across 140 countries.

We believe that leaving a mark is a true challenge and opportunity for every one of us, a sign of trust and impact, a bond with the future, and proof of growth and development.

Being part of the Bureau Veritas family is more than just working, it’s being convinced that you will leave your mark…. in shaping a world of trust.

Join our dynamic team as a Plans Examiner where you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safety, compliance, and quality of construction projects within our communities. As a meticulous and detail-oriented professional, you will conduct thorough reviews of building and construction plans ensuring compliance with relevant building codes, ordinances, and regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of construction methods, materials, and structural design principles. The Plans Examiner will play a crucial role in maintaining safety standards and ensuring that all construction projects meet established codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Review building plans, specifications, and permit applications for compliance with applicable building codes, zoning regulations, and other ordinances.
Conduct thorough examinations of construction plans to verify structural integrity, fire safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to address code deficiencies and ensure compliance with regulations.
Provide technical guidance and assistance to staff, contractors, and the public regarding code requirements and construction practices. Assist in the training of new plans examiners as needed.
Represent the department and interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders, fostering positive and cooperative working relationships and promoting a culture of compliance and safety.
Perform field inspections as needed to verify compliance during various stages of construction.
Document findings and prepare detailed reports of plan reviews and inspections.
Stay current with developments in building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
Participate in meetings, training sessions, and workshops related to building codes and plan review processes.
Represent the department and interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders, fostering positive and cooperative working relationships and promoting a culture of compliance and safety.
Issue permits for work to be performed.
Perform assigned duties within the supported agency’s guidance, culture, and approach.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Any combination equivalent to the experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be equivalent to graduation from high school and previous experience in plan reading, plan development, building inspection, construction trades, construction management, or related field preferred.
ICC Certification as a Plans Examiner (or ability to obtain certification within a specified period).
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
Proven experience in building plan review and code compliance, preferably in a municipal or county government setting.
Strong knowledge of building codes such as International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code (IRC), and other local, state, and national building codes, regulations, and standards.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Effective communication skills to interact professionally with stakeholders and convey technical information clearly.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in using computer software for drafting, modeling, and plan review (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam).
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to inspection sites as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to walk short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials.

Sedentary work. Exerting 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.

Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; visually inspect work in progress.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Bureau Veritas North America Total Compensation:

"At Bureau Veritas, we are dedicated to ensuring our employees receive fair and competitive pay, accompanied by comprehensive health and welfare benefits.

Here’s a breakdown of what we provide:

The starting wage range commences at $00 per hour, subject to potential increases contingent upon factors such as experience, licenses, or certifications obtained.