What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plans Examiner position at Willdan Group, Inc.?
The future is now, Willdan is "Envisioning the Future" of Building & Safety through our work with cities, buildings, and transportation.
Willdan currently has a remote opening for a full-time or part-time Plans Examiner in the Ballenger Creek, Maryland area.
Responsibilities
- Examines plans and specifications for buildings for completeness and conformity with all code requirements of the following design elements: architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, energy conservation regulations, Green Building Standards, Accessibility and Egress.
- Coordinates the review of plans with other public agencies whose approval is necessary; itemizes the required corrections and modifications and explains them to permit applicants.
- When requested, authorizes the issue of building permits for plans that meet code and ordinance requirements; calculates fees.
- Advises and assists architects, contractors, builders, and the general public with interpretation and application of pertinent building regulations, state laws, and local ordinances.
- Submits reports to jurisdictional Building Officials regarding workload and process statistics, new products or situations, and code interpretation issues.
- Provides assistance to the public jurisdictional building counters when requested, answering questions related to plans and permitting requirements.
Requirements
- ICC Building Plans Examiner, ICC Accessibility Plans Examiner, and ICC Fire Plans Examiner certifications required.
- Plan Check Engineers and Plan Reviewers are highly desired.
- Minimum of three (3) years' experience in architectural or building plan review or an equivalent.
- Must possess an ICC Commercial Plans Reviewer Certification and/or Maryland Professional Engineer Registration License to conduct commercial reviews.
EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.
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