Senior Building Plans Examiner - California Code Expert

Interwest Consulting Group; California (MO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401K matching

Job summary

Interwest Consulting Group seeks an experienced Building Plans Examiner to join our team in California. You will review plans for code compliance across structural, mechanical, electrical, and other disciplines, ensuring accuracy and timely submittals for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

Work involves coordinating with municipal staff, inspectors, and applicants, applying California Building Standards Codes, and leveraging familiarity with Title 24.

Qualifications

• ICC Building Plans Examiner Certification required.
• ICC Plans Examiner Certifications in multiple trades preferred.
• CASp preferred and driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive building plan reviews for code compliance including structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, energy, CALGreen, grading, and accessibility requirements.
• Review plans, specifications, calculations, and supporting documentation for residential, commercial, and industrial construction.
• Complete initial plan reviews and correction resubmittals within service turnaround timelines.
• Prepare written correction notices identifying code deficiencies and revisions.
• Review electronic and paper submittals and maintain records in permitting systems.
• Coordinate plan approvals with agencies and ensure proper stamping prior to permit issuance.
• Transmit approved plans to the jurisdiction for permit issuance.
• Provide guidance to officials, inspectors, contractors, designers, applicants, and the public on comments and interpretations.
• Participate in meetings with municipal staff and project teams to resolve plan review issues.

Skills

Local building codes

California codes

Communication skills

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

ICC Building Plans Examiner Certification

ICC Plans Examiner Certifications (multiple trades)

CASp Preferred

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Interwest Consulting Group seeks an experienced Building Plans Examiner to join our team in California. You will review plans for code compliance across structural, mechanical, electrical, and other disciplines, ensuring accuracy and timely submittals for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

Work involves coordinating with municipal staff, inspectors, and applicants, applying California Building Standards Codes, and leveraging familiarity with Title 24.