Plan Examiner

Coordinates an interdepartmental construction plan review and permitting process; Regularly confers with the public, contractors, engineers and architects concerning matters pertaining to proposed construction projects; provides guidance and advice concerning procedural, regulatory and technical matters affecting private and public building construction projects; reviews construction documents for conformance to adopted codes and standards, prepares comprehensive written reports and issues building permits. - Serve as a contact for the public, contractors and design professionals; - Serve as a liaison to other regulatory departments and agencies and coordinate an interdepartmental plan review process; - Review and interpret complex technical information presented in construction plans, documents and shop drawings and determine conformance with established codes and standards; - Communicate plan review results, compliance issues, and regulatory or procedural information effectively to customers of widely varied backgrounds and technical sophistication levels; - Interface effectively with Department support staff and field inspection personnel with respect to administrative and technical project-related matters; - Promote a positive public image and deliver exemplary customer service in a fast-[aced production environment; - Perform other duties as assigned Model code organization certification as a Building Plan Examiner preferred. Completion of a bachelor degree in architecture, engineering, construction management or a related field, or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills:***Knowledge of:*** - Municipal plan review and permitting procedures - International Building and Residential Code requirements for construction - General building design and construction - The Texas Engineering and Architectural Practices Acts, as well as other Statues and State Administrative rules affecting the municipal building regulatory function ***Ability to:*** - Effectively perform all listed essential functions - Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing - Organize, prioritize and multi-task efficiently - Analyze a technical work problem, evaluated available alternatives, and make recommendations from among the available solutions - Utilize standard office software ***Physical Requirements*** - Occasionally lift and carry up to 10 pounds - Occasionally walk during a shift - Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing - Place arms above, at or below shoulder height