Structural Plans Examiner

Interwest Consulting Group; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SAFEbuilt is seeking a talented Structural Plans Examiner in Fremont for a hybrid role. You will review plans to ensure compliance with California codes and provide timely oral and written communication detailing design and construction deficiencies, while supporting inspectors with code questions.

The role requires a PE license, 3–5 years of structural design/plan review experience, and preferred CASp/ICC Residential Plan Review certifications.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in structural design and structural plan review.
• Structural or Civil Professional Engineer is required.
• CASp certification preferred.
• ICC Residential Plan Review Certifications preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications for compliance with city, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Review building permits with regard to regulations set by the Building Divisions.
• Assist inspectors with difficult or unusual code compliance issues and answer questions from inspectors about plan review comments.
• Cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers to gain cooperation on projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Detail-oriented

Initiative

Education

Structural or Civil Professional Engineer

CASp certification

ICC Residential Plan Review Certifications

Tools

ENERCALC

ETABS

SAP

RISA

ADAPT

HILTI Profis

Simpson Anchor design

Job description

Structural Plans Examiner – Fremont – Hybrid

3 Days in Office

We are seeking a talented and experienced Structural Plans Examiner to join our team. This role involves reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with city, state, and federal regulations, providing timely oral and/or written communication detailing design and/or construction deficiencies, and supporting inspectors with code compliance questions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews plans and specifications for projects to ensure compliance with city, state of California, and federal laws and regulations. Provides timely oral and/or written communication detailing design and/or construction deficiencies in plans and specifications.
• Review building permits with regard to regulations set by the Building Divisions.
• Assist inspectors with difficult or unusual code compliance issues and answer questions from inspectors about plan review comments.
• Cultivate, foster, and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers such as directors, managers, supervisors, employees, and other stakeholders to gain their cooperation and support on assigned projects/assignments.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Experience with California Codes specific to structural design.
• Experience/knowledge of wood, concrete, steel and masonry buildings/structures, including CBC, CRC, ASCE7, NDS, AISC, ACI318, ACI530 and AISI standards.
• Experience/knowledge of wood, steel and concrete lateral load resisting systems (e.g., SMF, OMF, BRBF, SCBF, wood and concrete shear walls).
• Experience/knowledge of structural design software (ENERCALC, ETABS, SAP, RISA, ADAPT, HILTI Profis, Simpson Anchor design, etc.).
• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology.
• Ability to interpret codes in the field and provide code-compliant solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills to positively interact with staff, the public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clients.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good time management, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to produce quality plan reviews on time and within budget.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Structural or Civil Professional Engineer required.
• CASp certification preferred.
• ICC Residential Plan Review Certifications preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• 3–5 years' experience in structural design and structural plan review.

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