SAFEbuilt ยท 6 hours ago
Hybrid Plans Examiner
Park Forest, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$35/hr - $45/hrSAFEbuilt is a company providing Community Development services with a commitment to integrity and teamwork. They are seeking an experienced Plans Examiner to conduct plan reviews and ensure compliance with building codes for various projects.
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Responsibilities
Provide complete non-structural plan reviews of commercial, industrial and residential buildings for compliance with applicable codes and standards
Reviews all plans and specifications for commercial, industrial, and residential projects to ensure compliance with city, state, and federal laws and regulations
Initiates preconstruction conferences with contractors and/or developers and associated staff members
Provides technical direction and assistance to inspection personnel relating to field problems
Assess and resolve complaints received from clients, applicants, public, designers, and contractors
Regularly interacts directly with municipal clients and their staff
May be required to perform inspections on as needed basis, providing interpretation of codes in the field
Attends meetings, educational seminars, and functions relating to building codes
Qualification
Required
Provide complete non-structural plan reviews of commercial, industrial and residential buildings for compliance with applicable codes and standards
Reviews all plans and specifications for commercial, industrial, and residential projects to ensure compliance with city, state, and federal laws and regulations
Initiates preconstruction conferences with contractors and/or developers and associated staff members
Provides technical direction and assistance to inspection personnel relating to field problems
Assess and resolve complaints received from clients, applicants, public, designers, and contractors
Regularly interacts directly with municipal clients and their staff
May be required to perform inspections on as needed basis, providing interpretation of codes in the field
Attends meetings, educational seminars, and functions relating to building codes
Basic knowledge of land development processes including zoning regulations, land entitlements, and public infrastructure construction
Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology
Must possess the ability to positively interact with other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental agencies, and other clientele
Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and a considerable amount of independent judgment
Ability to prepare written plan review correspondence and update information into company software programs
Candidate must be able to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced atmosphere
Candidate must stay familiar and up to date with different editions of the International Building Codes
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
Excellent verbal and written communication
Good time management, organization, and attention to detail
ICC Building Plans Examiner certification required
Experience in reviewing construction plans required
Preferred
ICC Plans Examiner Certifications in multiple trades preferred
ICC Master Code Professional strongly preferred
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability insurances
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Matching 401K Plans
Wellness programs
Paid training
Step increases for additional certifications and licenses
Company
SAFEbuilt
Safebuilt is a provider of community development services for local governments and public agencies.
Founded in 1992
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2014-11-14Acquired
Leadership Team
Mike McCurdie
President/CEO
William Brown
Interim Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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