Sr. Plan Check Engineer

Manhattan Beach, CA

P-DPD-001

The Position Under general supervision, the Senior Plan Check Engineer performs varied building and engineering design plan checks and related plan documents; confers with developers, contractors, consultants, and staff regarding plan conditions and modifications; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Responsible for reviewing all private development proposals, issuing permits, preparing ordinances related to land use and building regulations, code enforcement services as well as parking and transportation review/analysis. The Department's five divisions that include Administration, Building, Planning, Traffic Engineering, and Environmental Sustainability are aligned and committed to providing exemplary municipal services. In addition, excellent customer service is a trademark of the Community Development Department and the City.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class.
Performs commercial building and tenant improvements plan checks; interprets and enforces State codes and City amendments, including building, structural, fire life safety, energy, solar, disability access, and environmental code compliance reviews.
Conducts residential building plan checks; interprets and enforces State codes and City amendments, including building, structural, energy, solar, disability, and environmental codes.
Completes public counter plan checks; interprets and enforces State codes and City amendments, including building, structural, fire life safety, energy, solar, disability, and environmental codes.
Checks shoring, grading, and drainage plans for compliance with regulatory standards.
Meets with architects, engineers, developers, and property owners to perform preliminary plan checks, answer technical questions, and discuss construction and design questions.
Trains, assigns, and review plan checks performed by inspection staff for completeness and compliance and answers questions related to field problems.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates the work performance of assigned Building staff; participates in the selection of new employees; prepares and conducts performance evaluations; and ensures that staff technical training is current.
Coordinates, reviews, and evaluates the work performance of consultants or contractors.
Provides technical design support to Planning, Public Works and Fire department staff regarding the design of public and City projects.
Analyzes, develops, and proposes adoption of City's building, structural, energy, and Green Code amendments.
Prepares residential, commercial, energy, and Green Code Plan Review checklist for each code cycle, incorporating the State codes and City amendments.
Completes studies, develops procedures, and establishes guidelines related to grading, shoring plan checks and inspection procedures, drainage plan checklists, solar panel design guidelines, and valuation and statistical standards.
Inspects buildings and structures that are being constructed, altered, moved, or demolished to ensure that work being done complies with provisions of the building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and related codes and ordinances; determines whether inspected work is being constructed in a safe manner in accordance with approved plans and specifications as needed.
Acts on behalf of Building Official during absences.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university with a major in civil engineering, or a related field is required. A Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field is desirable.
Three (3) years of responsible professional experience, involving building and engineering plan checks is required.

Licenses/ Certificates/Special Requirements:

Ability to attain a valid Class C California driver's license, acceptable driving record, and proof of auto insurance in compliance with the City's Vehicle Insurance Policy standards.
State of California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer or licensed Architect with the California Architects Board is required.
State of California Certified Access Specialist (CASp) certification is highly desirable.
Ability to work on call, extended hours, weekends, or holidays in order to respond to inspection requests.

Knowledge of:

California Building Code; California Green Building Standards Code; California Energy Code; California Disability Access Codes; and Uniform Life Safety Regulations;
Engineering and architectural design standards;
Shoring, grading, and drainage plan standards;
Research and analysis techniques; and
Conflict management techniques.

Ability to:

Research and analyze building, engineering, energy, environmental, fire safety and related codes;
Prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, property owners, contractors, consultants, general public, and others encountered in the course of the work;
Organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines;
Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex design interpretations;
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
Operate computer hardware and standard office equipment; and
Use word processing, spreadsheet, and permits software.

Benefits
PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan.

PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future.

Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.

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