Plan Reviewer

• Performs comprehensive building code plan review for all residential and commercial projects as prescribed by applicable City Code of Ordinances and applicable South Carolina Building Code - South Carolina Residential Code, South Carolina Plumbing Code, South Carolina Mechanical Code, South Carolina Fuel Gas Code, South Carolina Existing Building Code, ICC Energy Compliance Code, ICC Swimming Pool & Spa Code, National Electrical Code (NFPA 72) and the ICC A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities.
• Exercises initiative and independent judgment when reviewing, analyzing and evaluating project plans.
• Attends pre-submittal meetings to discuss code and ordinance related issues with architects, engineers, developers, owners and tenants and resolves inconsistencies in a tactful and professional manner.
• Verifies project compliance with The City’s Flood Hazard Prevention and Control Code of Ordinances.  
• Provides clear oral and written communication to owners, contractors, architects, engineers and developers concerning building code application and review information.
• Represents Building Inspections at the Permit Center, assisting the public with building code related questions and conducts minor plan reviews to ensure City code ordinance and South Carolina code compliance.  
• Assists inspectors with code compliance issues and answers questions about plan review comments.
• Prepares and maintains up to date records of plans and plan reviews.
• Maintains up-to-date industry knowledge of construction methods and materials, code issues and changes both at the national and state levels.
• Completes continuing education as required by South Carolina Building Codes Council.
• Coordinates with other City departments, divisions and outside regulatory agencies.
• Delivers excellent customer service to customers, citizens and fellow City team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Starting Salary

Experience: 0-14 Years $ 48,584.24

Experience: 15+ $ 52,471.62

Qualifying Certifications - Cumulative over Starting

1ICC Mechanical Plans Examiner: 1.50%

1ICC Plumbing Plans Examiner: 1.50%

2ICC Accessibility Plans Examiner: 2.50%

2ICC Residential Plans Examiner: 2.50%

3ICC Building Plans Examiner: 3.50%

3ICC Electrical Plans Examiner : 3.50%

3FEMA Certified Floodplain Manager: 3.50%

4ICC Certified Building Official: 5.00%

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent; and 1 year of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid South Carolina Driver's License. 
• Must be certified by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Building Plans Examiner within 12 months of hire date and thereafter, acquire 1 additional ICC commercial plans examiner certification per year until recognized by the South Carolina Building Code Council as a Plans Examiner.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar software. 

• Experience with permitting software, preferably EnerGov.

• In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City’s needs.