The Clark County Building Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Engineer/Architect position. This position provides professional leadership and expert assistance to professional and technical support staff in the area of Geotechnical Plan Review, Structural Plan Review, and/or Quality Assurance. The selected candidate will perform professional level engineering review of geotechnical reports, structural calculations, plans, inspection reports, and other related documents for a variety of projects including those of a difficult, complex, and/or time sensitive nature. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENTClark County Building Department is dedicated to providing construction and development customers with state-of-the-art permit management, plan review, and inspections services for residential and commercial construction. The Building Department is responsible for ensuring public safety through the effective enforcement of development and construction standards which include issuance of permits, plan reviews, and inspection services. A part of Clark County, the Building Department is a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to providing top-quality service with integrity, respect, and accountability. As the famed Las Vegas Strip sits at the heart of Clark County featuring unparalleled attractions like dancing fountains, a replica of the renowned Eiffel Tower, and some of the world's largest and most beautiful resorts, the Building Department is an integral part of the building industry and economic growth within Clark County. 
This is an open and continuous recruitment. Applications received by March 5th will be screened, and candidates meeting minimum requirements may receive notification the week of March 11th. Applications received after March 5, 2024 will be periodically screened for minimum qualifications and notification dates will vary.
Applicants for this role must hold a professional engineer or architect registration in the State of Nevada. If you are currently registered in another state, acquiring Nevada registration is mandatory within one (1) year from the date of hire. Applications submitted without a copy of candidates' engineer or architect registration are incomplete and will not be considered.
 
Proof of required registration may be submitted in the following ways.

1. Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to application at time of submission.
2. Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to an email and sent to Kelly Ewing at kelly.ewing@clarkcountynv.gov

Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture AND four (4) years of full-time professional level plan checking, design and/or field project management experience. Equivalency may be considered for registered architects.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.
Licensing and Certification: Possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Must possess registration as a professional engineer or architect in the State of Nevada at time of application. If registered in another state, must obtain Nevada registration within one (1) year of date of hire.
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

• Provides professional, consultive assistance and advice to engineering, plan check, building inspection and related staff in areas of expertise. 
• May provide training and work review to staff or a project basis. 
• Reviews and examines plans, computer-generated and manual calculations and related documents for residential, commercial, industrial and amusement rides and related resort projects for compliance with codes, ordinances and regulations. 
• Confers with developers, engineers, architects, contractors, property owners and others to explain codes, regulations and procedures. 
• Provides program management from conception to completion on specified construction or renovation projects. 
• Monitors developments in the construction field; identifies needed changes to codes and regulations; evaluates alternatives, drafts recommended changes and/or recommends methods to meet codes using new technology. 
• Maintains liaison with other County departments, various utility, governmental agency and County departmental staff; ensures that building codes are met in assigned projects. 
• Directs the maintenance of and maintains accurate records and files and prepares a variety of periodic and special reports and correspondence. 
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. 
• Assists in preparing litigation documentation and may testify in court as an expert witness. 
• Works with property owners to obtain easements and other cooperative agreements. 
• Develops, implements and interprets policies and procedures related to area of assignment. 
• Drives a personal or County motor vehicle to attend meetings and visit various County work sites. 
• Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.

Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and to drive a motor vehicle in order to visit work sites and attend meetings; strength and stamina to inspect various construction projects and facilities; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.