Senior Plans Examiner (FT - Hybrid)

CSG Consultants, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company subsidized medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) program with company match

Paid Time Off (15 days)

Employee Stock Ownership program

Professional Development program

Job summary

A consulting firm in California seeks a Senior Plans Examiner responsible for reviewing construction documents for compliance with building codes. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience and a background in engineering or architecture. Responsibilities include technical review, preparing reports, and supervising junior staff. This position requires strong knowledge of California Building Standards and excellent communication skills. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years reviewing plans for conformance to the California Building Standards Codes.
• Strong competency in construction inspection and plan review processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review construction documents for compliance with California standards.
• Prepare and present effective reports on technical findings.
• Maintain relationships with government agencies and civic organizations.

Skills

Understanding of California Building Standards Codes

Technical review of construction documents

Ability to read and interpret construction diagrams

Strong judgment for code interpretation

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

BS in Engineering, Architecture, or related field

ICC Plans Examiner Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Bluebeam

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

Job description

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

We only consider candidates living locally or within the State of CA. We do not pay any relocation expenses.

Job Summary

The Senior Plans Examiner position is responsible for the technical review of construction documents related to residential, multi‑family, and commercial construction. Reviews drawings, calculations, soils reports and other documents for conformance with the requirements of the California Building Standards Codes and Reference Standards to assess the adequacy of a design to address life‑safety and other aspects of the code. This position has a thorough knowledge of construction inspection and plan review protocols, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Strong understanding of California Building Standards Codes and Referenced Standards.
• Responsible for the technical review of construction documents related to residential, multi-family, and commercial construction.
• Review drawings, calculations, soils reports and other documents for conformance, with the requirements of the California Building Standards Codes and Reference Standards, to assess the adequacy of a design to address life-safety and other aspects of the code.
• Have a thorough knowledge of construction inspection and plan review protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, construction diagrams, electronic plans, and specifications of projects and evaluate them for compliance with California Building Standards Codes, Reference Standards, and other governing Codes and ordinances.
• Understand design discipline coordination, plan development and writing effective plan check correction notices.
• Exhibit sound judgment in providing expert code interpretation.
• Ability to suggest alternate forms of compliance with codes and ordinances.
• Supervise Associate or Assistant Plans Examiners.
• Prepare and present effective oral and written reports.
• Develop a working understanding of electronic plan check submittals, review, and various software systems and other applicable management tools.
• Maintain effective working relationships with government agencies, civic organizations, architects, contractors, engineers, and the public.
• Represent the department at internal and external meetings and exhibit sound judgment while representing CSG and its clients.
• Stay current on legal and technical developments pertaining to building construction and codes.
• Work towards obtaining and maintaining additional ICC Certifications as related to duties of the position.
• Work under the general direction of the supervisor who outlines work assignments, occasionally reviews work in progress and periodically reviews completed work.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years reviewing plans for conformance to the California Building Standards Codes and Referenced Standards.
• BS in Engineering, Architecture, or related field or equivalent work experience.
• International Code Council (ICC) Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Plans Examiner Certification, or additional applicable ICC Certifications, or CASp Certification, as required for this role.
• Competency in, and effective use of computer systems such as: Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam & Bluebeam Studios, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc. to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with both internal and external customers regardless of the level of technical expertise.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and be flexible and overcome obstacles to complete tasks.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Working Conditions

• General office environment.
• Must be able to work productively independently or in a team environment.
• Occasional overtime work is required throughout the year.
• Require standing position at workstation for extended periods.
• Require walking and bending.
• Capacity to work in a fast‑paced environment with deadlines and multiple projects.
• Must be able to travel to job sites and be able to walk in and through job sites for extended periods.
• On as needed basis working at a client office is required.
• Able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 35 lbs.
• Position regularly requires working in sitting position with computer for extended periods.

Salary Range

$51 - $69 USD

Benefits Offered

• Company subsidized medical, dental, vision insurance for employees and family coverage
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), depending on your selected health insurance plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Transit/Parking benefits
• Group and Voluntary Life insurance
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership program*
• 401(k) program with a company match*
• 15 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 12 paid company holidays
• California Paid Sick Leave (for part-time/as-needed employees)*
• Employee Assistance program
• Fitness Reimbursement program
• Professional Development program*
• Part-time employees are eligible to participate in these benefit offerings

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