Plans Examiner

Job Description:

Plans Examiner

Description

Overview

We are excited to welcome a highly motivated, innovative, talented and experienced individual to join the Larimer County Community Development Department as a Plans Examiner!

The Plans Examiner reviews all construction plans for commercial, residential and accessory building projects to determine structural integrity and compliance with applicable codes and permit requirements. You will also help customers at our public counter, by phone and email, and conduct pre-submittal meetings with builders, engineers, contractors, and architects concerning building code and permit requirements.

Larimer County has a population of approximately 350,000 people encompassing 2,600 square miles of rural landscapes, mountains, and urban settings along the vibrant and growing North Front Range of Colorado. The region consistently has been recognized as a great place to be and an innovative place to work, live, and play. The County includes eight incorporated municipalities with the largest, Fort Collins as the county seat and home to Colorado State University.

The typical schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 8am-4:30 pm.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Reviewing construction plans for commercial, industrial, and residential building projects to ensure compliance with applicable codes and permit requirements.
• Examining structural calculations, fire resistance standards, occupancy accessibility, and other requirements in accordance with the International Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, and related regulations.
• Conducting pre-submittal meetings with builders, engineers, contractors, and architects to discuss building code and permit requirements.
• Approving or disapproving submitted plans while explaining and interpreting requirements, restrictions, and necessary corrections.
• Assisting the public with the building permit application process, including calculating fees, issuing permits, and addressing inquiries about plans or code requirements.
• Performing field inspections as needed to verify compliance with approved plans and codes.
• Coordinating plan check activities with other County departments and external agencies.
• Preparing reports and written correspondence while researching and interpreting relevant codes.
• Conducting structural calculations to verify that appropriate loads, beams, headers, and pads are correctly specified and sufficient.
• Drawing details and specifying corrections on submitted building plans as necessary.

To view the full job description, visit - https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Plans_Examiner.

What we're looking for:

• Experience with commercial plan review is highly desirable.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and objectives related to mechanical and structural engineering.
• Understanding of the scope and application of laws and regulations, including the International Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, and related codes.
• Familiarity with basic legal requirements governing engineering and architecture.
• Ability to read, review, and interpret building, plumbing, and mechanical plans, as well as engineering calculations.
• Commitment to providing professional customer service to clients and the public.
• Capacity to perform field inspections of all phases of building construction and identify violations of building codes or ordinances as necessary.
• Skill in effectively responding to conflict situations and working with individuals in conflict.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• One (1) year of experience in building structural and code design and/or structural and code plans examination required.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.
• Possession of ICC certifications as Plans Examiner and Building Inspector within one (1) year of employment preferred.

Benefits
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 2/9/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Salary:

$34.88 - $48.83 Hourly