Structural Plans Examiner

About the role

This is advanced professional engineering work in the examination of complex construction plans for building construction projects. Under occasional supervision, reviews building plans and performs a variety of routine and complex technical work in connection with his/her duty to enforce all of the provisions of the Florida Building Code, Miami-Dade County Code, City Code, and other related codes.

Responsibilities

• Examines commercial and residential construction permit plans to determine structural integrity and compliance with requirements of the applicable codes and regulations.
• Reviews walk-thru and drop-off residential and commercial construction plans, determines structural adequacy of various types of ratings and structures or buildings, and approves or disapproves proposed plans in accordance with code requirements.
• Exercises considerable independent judgment in the application of professional engineering knowledge to the examination of complex construction plans, determination of structural integrity, and in the performance of related engineering duties.
• Approves or disapproves proposed plans in accordance with the code and other regulatory requirements; discusses disapproved items with architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners to obtain plan changes necessary for approval.
• Makes interpretations of the Florida Building Code and makes decisions concerning the feasibility of deviations from the code under various conditions.
• Evaluates engineering criteria to enforce control procedures for the fabrication of various building materials and types of construction; makes recommendations for the establishment of departmental policy concerning the use of new building materials.
• Orders necessary shop drawings, field tests, soil reports, and special supervision of construction as required to complete plans processing work.
• Operates the residential and commercial structural help desks.
• Performs general administrative/office work as required, including but not limited to attending meetings, preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.
• Receives, reviews, prepares and/or submits various records and reports including building plans, shop drawings, engineering reports, permit applications, job pricing records and reports, code compliance complaints, correspondence, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other City department personnel, property/home owners, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, County personnel, general public, etc.
• Enforces and explains pertinent sections of the applicable codes. Issues verbal and written notices of code violation and citations for code violations.
• Aids in resolving complex and sensitive customer service issues, either personally, by telephone or in writing.
• Maintains records and documents of customer service issues and resolutions.
• Researches problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential work and code compliance.
• Maintains high ethical, honesty and moral standards.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Building Official and/or Chief Building Inspector.

  Requirements

  • A High School Diploma or a GED equivalent, supplemented by six (6) years of experience as a structural engineer practicing within the area of jurisdiction of the Building Code with responsibility for the design of building structures.
  • Must possess a State of Florida Professional Engineer license under the structural discipline.
  • All applicants must be eligible for certification by the Miami-Dade County Board of Rules and Appeals as specified in Chapter 8 of the Code of Miami-Dade County.
  • License must be in good standing with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation with no pending complaints.
  • Standard certification by the State of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation as an inspector and plans examiner.
  • Provisional certification will be acceptable for one (1) year from the date of hire prior to obtaining standard certification.
  • Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
  • Must possess a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.

  Qualifications

  • Thorough knowledge of the Florida Building Code and other applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
  • Thorough knowledge of the design and construction of modern residential and commercial buildings.
  • Thorough knowledge of the theories and principles of civil engineering.
  • Ability to read, interpret and evaluate architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical details of construction plans against code requirements and sound construction practice.
  • Ability to read, interpret and evaluate complex technical information, engineering calculations, test reports, and engineering specifications.
  • Ability to perform complex engineering computations and calculations in the evaluation of proposed building construction projects.
  • Ability to evaluate new building materials and products and make effective recommendations for their approval or disapproval.

  Skills

  • Apply technical knowledge and follow proper processing procedures to examine permit documents.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Communicate in Spanish is a plus.

  Benefits

  The City of Doral offers a range of benefits for regular full-time non-sworn employees, including:

  • Introductory period of 12 months for entrance, rehire, and promotional appointments.
  • 12 paid holidays per year.
  • Accruals (vacation & sick time).
  • Healthcare benefits effective on the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment.