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Under direction, the Plan Check Professional performs independent building plan examinations concerning structural construction or alteration of industrial, commercial, residential and public assembly structures to determine compliance with applicable codes, laws and regulations; and performs other related work as required.

Examples of Job Duties

• Examines plans, specifications and calculations on building plans submitted by architects, engineers, contractors and owners for compliance with design, zoning, grading, soil reports, energy and disabled access and general conformity to applicable ordinances, laws and state building standards and codes.
• Examines plans to determine loading on roofs, walls and floors, size and spacing of beams, rafters and joists, amount and size of reinforcing in concrete members, type of structural connections, and adequacy of design to meet earthquake, wind, material stress and Title 24 requirements.
• Advises professional engineers, architects, and others concerning code requirements and planning concerns arising in the preliminary design of buildings and structures.
• Conducts independent analysis when required to evaluate the adequacy and safety of questionable designs.
• Answers questions and gives instructions to architects, engineers, contractors and owners regarding building requirements, application of various codes and requirements to achieve compliance standards.
• Makes field inspections as required or assigned.
• Advises Building staff on structural and other building related problems arising in the field during construction.
• Assists with the training and supervision of office personnel and plan checking activities.
• Prepares reports and correspondence pertaining to engineering problems and building code enforcement.
• Keeps informed of new building construction methods, materials and requirements.
• To view a complete list of essential functions, please view the class specification.

Education: Graduation from an accredited college with a degree in structural, architectural or civil engineering with desired course work in properties of building materials, engineering mathematics, and stress and force analysis in wood, concrete and steel frame structures.

Experience: Three (3) years of experience performing structural, architectural, or civil engineering building design, review or inspection work related to building code compliance. A Master's degree in engineering or architecture may substitute for one year of work experience.

Licenses: Registration in the State of California as a Civil or Structural Engineer or Architect is required.

Certifications: ICC Certification as a Plans Examiner or equivalent certification from a recognized agency is required within six months of date of hire. Failure to obtain or maintain this state-mandated certification will result in termination. This classification requires possession of a valid Class C California driver's license by the time of appointment. This classification requires the ability to travel independently within and outside of City limits. Failure to possess or maintain the valid required license shall result in discipline up to and including termination of employment.