Plans Examiner

Reviews architectural plans of proposed new construction, renovation, and remodeling projects, and may also develop such plans; Monitors construction and reviews plans for compliance with contracts, agency construction standards, and various local and state building codes; Issues building permits for various types of construction; including mechanical, electrical and plumbing work; Confers with City staff, property owners, contractors, architects, and engineers to explain code requirements and code enforcement actions, and to suggest reasonable construction alternatives to meet code requirements; Inspects construction in the field, answering contractor's questions, observing test procedures, photographing project details, and verifying work is being done according to plans and codes; Participates in meetings with City staff and outside agencies in order to identify code related problems on permit applications or design proposals; Conducts field inspections when technical scope of assignment is beyond the capabilities of the inspection staff and to assure uniform application of code provisions; Reviews and evaluates existing codes and procedures, recommends and implements changes; Assists contractors, developers, and property owners by providing building code information at the public counter and over the phone; Inputs, updates and retrieves information on specifications and project files using personal computer; Updates property files on the City's automated Building Information System and maintains other files as appropriate; Prepares reports and related business correspondence.

High School Diploma or Equivalency, PLUS :
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or other related field PLUS five (5) years of paid experience (or its part-time equivalent) preparing plans or reviewing commercial projects for compliance with local and state building codes.

30 Church Street Rochester, NY