Aoka Engineering is a third party building department service and software provider that works to assist local jurisdictions. We are looking to hire a building plan reviewer that can perform a variety of plan reviews in the structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (and miscellaneous) disciplines in accordance with relevant codes. This role is remote.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Knowledge of principles and practices of plan checking and plan review processes.
Understanding of building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, life safety, energy, housing, zoning, and related codes.
Understanding of modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications. English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation knowledge is expected.
Read and interpret building plans, specifications, and codes.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, procedures, and other written materials.
Establish and maintain a variety of manual and computerized files, record-keeping, and project management systems.
Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
A minimum of five years of experience in code enforcement that includes plan review and/or inspections for residential and commercial projects to ensure compliance with applicable codes.
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
Relevant ICC Certificate or Professional Engineering License required.
Responsibilities:
Conduct complex, technical review of architectural, structural, and MEP plans for residential and commercial structures.
Ensure the plans comply with relevant codes, ordinances, and governmental requirements.
Prepare written plan check reports according to company template guidelines; verify valuations; scheduling and facilitate meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, etc.
Enter information into the permitting system and update, as needed; and maintain logs.
Assist the contractors and architects by telephone, written and electronic correspondence on any queries they might have about the plan check response.
Consult with the inspector; discussing code requirements, and taking action to have non-compliant conditions resolved.
Coordinate with others outside their own work area to coordinate efforts and maintain cooperative and efficient relations.
Provide excellent customer service by listening to the needs and concerns (if any) of client local jurisdictions and contractors and finding ways to solve them.
Attend company meetings and training as needed and required.
May need to provide supervision to lower level personnel.
Compensation and Benefits:
$40-$60 per hour based on experience.
Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: Remote anywhere in US, Texas preferred.