Plans Examiner: Codes & Compliance Expert

SAFEbuilt; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401K matching

Job summary

SAFEbuilt seeks a skilled Plans Examiner for the South Chicago area to perform non-structural plan reviews for commercial, industrial and residential projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.

The role involves collaboration with municipal clients, providing technical guidance to inspectors, and leading preconstruction conferences when needed. Candidates should hold ICC Certifications and have experience reviewing construction plans.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of land development processes including zoning regulations and public infrastructure construction.
• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology.
• Must possess the ability to positively interact with staff, the public, contractors, and agencies.
• Demonstrated initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to prepare written plan review communications and use company software.

Responsibilities

• Provide complete non-structural plan reviews for commercial, industrial and residential buildings for code compliance.
• Review all plans to ensure compliance with city, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Initiate preconstruction conferences with contractors and developers.
• Provide technical direction to inspection personnel for field problems.
• Assess and resolve client and public complaints.
• Interact with municipal clients and staff.
• May perform inspections and interpret codes in the field.
• Attend meetings and training related to building codes.

Skills

Land development basics

Code compliance reviews

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Documentation skills

Time management

Education

ICC Building Plans Examiner certification

ICC Plans Examiner certifications (multiple trades)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

SAFEbuilt seeks a skilled Plans Examiner for the South Chicago area to perform non-structural plan reviews for commercial, industrial and residential projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.

The role involves collaboration with municipal clients, providing technical guidance to inspectors, and leading preconstruction conferences when needed. Candidates should hold ICC Certifications and have experience reviewing construction plans.