Plans Examiner: Building Codes & Plan Review Specialist

Carson City, Nevada; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No Nevada state income tax (state)

No Social Security

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Annual leave

Sick leave

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Carson City is seeking a Plans Examiner to review construction documents and enforce building codes for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. You will coordinate with homeowners, builders, engineers and architects to ensure compliance with codes and regulations.

The role requires an Associate Degree and two years’ experience, plus ICC certificates. You will perform inspections, prepare reports, and respond to inquiries while staying up to date with code changes and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to an Associate Degree in engineering, construction technology or related field and two (2) years of experience equivalent to the City's class of Plans Examiner.
• Current Driver’s License.
• Must possess ICC Plans Examiner Certificate at time of application and ICC Combination Plans Examiner Certificate or Combination Inspector with Plans Examiner Certificate within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Review and examine construction documents for residential, commercial and industrial projects. Confer with homeowners, business owners, builders, engineers and architects to interpret building codes.
• Recommend changes to obtain compliance with codes and review corrected plans for conformity.
• Conduct occasional onsite inspections to confirm compliance and initiate enforcement actions.
• Prepare correspondence to architects, engineers and contractors regarding corrections to plans.
• Advise inspectors on structural and other building-related issues arising in the field.
• Coordinate examination processes with other City departments and units.
• Monitor legislative changes; investigate new materials and methods and suggest code updates.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of construction technology and updated codes through training.
• Inspect building construction, alterations, repairs and demolitions for compliance.
• Document inspections and actions; prepare reports and notices to correct violations.
• Answer inquiries from contractors, property owners, City staff and the public.
• Perform code enforcement and participate in work teams; contribute to unit efficiency.
• Perform public counter duties as assigned.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Skills

Plans examination techniques

Code knowledge

Reading construction drawings

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate Degree in engineering, construction technology or related field

ICC Plans Examiner Certificate

ICC Combination Plans Examiner Certificate

ICS 100/200

ISC 300

Job description

Carson City is seeking a Plans Examiner to review construction documents and enforce building codes for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. You will coordinate with homeowners, builders, engineers and architects to ensure compliance with codes and regulations.

The role requires an Associate Degree and two years’ experience, plus ICC certificates. You will perform inspections, prepare reports, and respond to inquiries while staying up to date with code changes and safety standards.