Plans Examiner, Lead
About the role
In this role with the Development Services division of Planning and Public Works (PPW) you will lead a team of Plans Examiners in our Building Division. You and your team will be responsible for conducting complex commercial and residential plan reviews, serving as the point of contact for executive priority permits, and renewing or extending permits and applications based upon current policies and practices. You will also develop strong relationships with a diverse group of customers, coordinate your team’s workload, and provide guidance to plan reviewers. Plans Examiners support many exciting and unique projects from all spectrums of building construction, including but not limited to, new school campuses, apartment complexes, industrial warehouses, and retirement communities throughout the county. Plan reviews are electronically and in compliance with state and locally adopted building, plumbing, mechanical, and energy codes. Your efforts here will support your team and the safe growth of Pierce County.
PPW stewards a healthy and vibrant community by collaboratively planning and investing in our people, infrastructure, systems, and policies. PPW’s team has more than 800 members that collaborate, innovate and inspire in performing essential services to the community. The department is responsible for the County road and levee systems, sewer systems, airports, ferries, building permits, environmental review, sustainability, community planning, and code enforcement - just to name a few!
Responsibilities
- Reviews commercial and residential blueprints and construction plans for conformance with various County codes.
- Identifies plan discrepancies with established building codes and regulations.
- Provides information to architects, engineers and the public regarding code compliance and plan corrections.
- Participates in customer meetings as required.
- Assists in implementation of policy and procedure improvements.
Requirements
- Associate of Arts degree in Building Technology, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
- Four or more years’ experience in building/fire inspection, plans examining.
- Current I.C.C. Plans Examiner, Mechanical and Plumbing certification is required.
- As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check; information received is reviewed case‑by‑case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
Skills
Your success will come from your strong leadership and communication skills for your team and for the customers served. Your ability to foster teamwork and cultivate an environment of respect, trust, and fairness will be key. Your experience in utilizing various building codes in delivering high-quality services and expertise to the citizens of Pierce County will ensure your success.
Benefits
You will have access to professional development through robust online learning and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success. This position has multiple career growth and promotional opportunities in Pierce County to build on a great career while directly impacting the communities in Pierce County.