BUILDING PLANS EXAMINER

About the role

CAP Government, Inc. (a Bureau Veritas company) is seeking an immediate hire for a licensed Building Plans Examiner and Inspector to provide inspection and plan review services for construction projects in Palm Beach Operations, Florida. The role involves interpreting and applying regulations, reviewing building construction blueprints, product approvals, shop drawings, and other project documents for compliance with the Florida Building Code. Some travel may be required for inspections and/or managing projects in the assigned area. This is a permanent, full‑time position.

Responsibilities

• Examine building permit applications, including blueprints, specifications, surveys, product approvals, shop drawings, and all other required documents for compliance with the Florida Building Code and related regulations.
• Prepare written and electronic reports and issue notices of correction.
• Recognize, evaluate, and properly resolve unique problems or situations.
• Meet with design professionals, contractors, and other interested parties to discuss technical code issues arising during plan review.
• Prepare and maintain all required records and reports.
• Inspect buildings and other facilities for compliance with the Florida Building Code and all other related regulations as directed by the supervisor.
• Receive and respond to inquiries from homeowners/property owners, contractors, architects, engineers, etc., regarding codes and review procedures.
• Perform general administrative/office work as required, including attending meetings, preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, and answering the telephone.
• Receive, review, prepare, and/or submit various records and reports including building plans, shop drawings, engineering reports, permit applications, job pricing records, code compliance complaints, and correspondence.
• Interact and communicate with the immediate supervisor, co‑workers, other department personnel, property/home owners, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, County personnel, and the general public.
• Review permits for residential and commercial projects to ensure conformity with applicable codes.
• Enforce and explain pertinent sections of applicable codes; issue verbal and written notices of code violation and citations.
• Assist in resolving complex and sensitive customer service issues, personally, by telephone, or in writing.
• Maintain records and documents of customer service issues and resolutions.
• Research problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential work and code compliance.
• Maintain high ethical, honesty, and moral standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager.

Qualifications

• Licensed General Contractor for a minimum of five (5) years.
• State of Florida Plan Review License (PX) in building; or State of Florida Inspector License (BN) in building; or ICC Residential & Commercial Plans Examiner and/or Inspection certification in building.
• Must be certified or certifiable as a Building Plans Examiner by the Miami‑Dade and/or Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA).
• Thorough knowledge of the Florida Building Code and other regulations pertaining to construction and development.
• Ability to understand and interpret codes and evaluate project proposals and projects under construction to verify conformance with code requirements.
• Professional demeanor with both technical and industry experience; ability to work as a team player.