Senior Plans Examiner

Why Join the Willdan Team

We are motivated to solve some of tomorrow's biggest obstacles - especially those in energy and infrastructure. Our employees want to make a difference, and we have the aspiration, resources, and technical know-how to do it.

Our rapid growth and successes over the past five decades stem from our ability to think big while also paying special attention to project quality and customer service.

Willdan's work culture blends the stability of an established organization with a reputation for quality, flexibility, and opportunities of a progressive, growing company.

We value and enjoy the opportunity to come to work every day and make a real, positive impact on our society and the environment.

Willdan Engineering currently has an openings for a Senior Plans Examiner & Supervisor in the San Bernardino, CA area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Examines plans and specifications for buildings for completeness and conformity with all code requirements of the following design elements : architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire / life safety, energy conservation regulations (Title 24), Green Building Standards, Accessibility and Egress.
• Coordinates the review of plans with other public agencies whose approval is necessary, itemizes the required corrections and modification and explains them to permit applicants.
• When requested, authorizes the issue of building permits for plans that meet code and ordinance requirements; calculates fees.
• Advises and assists architects, contractors, builders, and the general public with interpretation and application of pertinent building regulations, state laws, and local ordinances.
• Submits reports to jurisdictional Building Officials regarding workload and process statistics, new products or situations, and code interpretations issues.
• Provides assistance to the public jurisdictional building counters when requested, answering questions related to plans and permitting requirements.
• Supervise a team of plans examiners and plan check engineers.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum five years of plan check experience.
• Municipal experience.
• ICC Plans Examiner Certification.
• Thorough knowledge of building codes.
• California PE License or Architect License a plus.
• CASp Certification a plus.
• Bachelor's degree a plus.
• Excellent oral & written communication skills.

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated.

Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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