Plans Examiner II: Code Compliance & Plan Review

Washington County, Oregon; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits & wellness program

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Washington County, Oregon is seeking a Plans Examiner II to review commercial and residential construction plans for compliance with Oregon codes. The role requires collaboration with designers, builders, and the public to identify corrections and ensure safe, code-abiding projects.

The position emphasizes strong communication, independent plan review capabilities, and the ability to explain complex code requirements to architects, engineers, and contractors.

Qualifications

• Requires Oregon inspector certifications and related ICC certifications.
• Experience reviewing commercial and residential plans.
• Strong communication with architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Ability to identify code deficiencies across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Review commercial and residential construction plans for code compliance.
• Identify required corrections and issue correction notices.
• Explain code requirements to architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Collaborate with design professionals and the public.

Skills

Building codes

Plan review

Communication

Code interpretation

Independent work

Customer service

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Two-year program

High school diploma

Job description

Washington County, Oregon is seeking a Plans Examiner II to review commercial and residential construction plans for compliance with Oregon codes. The role requires collaboration with designers, builders, and the public to identify corrections and ensure safe, code-abiding projects.

The position emphasizes strong communication, independent plan review capabilities, and the ability to explain complex code requirements to architects, engineers, and contractors.