Principal Plan Check Engineer (FT - Hybrid)

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. We only consider candidates living locally or within the State of CA. We do not pay any relocation expenses.

JOB SUMMARY

The Principal Plan Check Engineer position is responsible for the technical review of construction documents related to new residential, multifamily, commercial, industrial, and other structures. Review drawings, calculations, soils reports and other documents for conformance with the requirements of the California Building Standards Codes and Reference Standards. Uses engineering judgment to assess the adequacy of a design to address life‑safety review, structural review, or other aspects of the code. This position has a thorough knowledge of construction inspection and plan review protocols, policies, and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strong understanding of California Building Standards Codes and Referenced Standards. Responsible for the technical review of construction documents related to new residential, multifamily, commercial, industrial, and other structures. Review drawings, calculations, soils reports and other documents for conformance with the requirements of the California Building Standards Codes and Reference Standards. Uses engineering judgment to assess the adequacy of a design to address life‑safety review, structural review, or other aspects of the code. Have thorough knowledge of construction inspection and plan review protocols, policies, and procedures. Ability to read and interpret maps, construction diagrams, electronic plans, and specifications of projects and evaluate them for compliance with California Building Standards Codes, Reference Standards, and other governing Codes and ordinances. Understand design discipline coordination, plan development and writing effective plan check correction notices. Exhibit sound judgment reading and interpreting code requirements. Ability to suggest alternate forms of compliance with codes & ordinances. Supervise a minimum of 2 Plan Check Engineers. Prepare and present effective oral and written reports. Develop a working understanding of electronic plan check submittals, review, and various software systems and other applicable management tools. Maintain effective working relationships with government agencies, civic organizations, architects, contractors, engineers, and the public. Represent the department at internal and external meetings and exhibit sound judgment while representing CSG and its clients. Stay current on legal and technical developments pertaining to building construction and codes. Function independently as an expert in matters of specialized code, rules, and policy. Act as liaison between the plan check team and jurisdictional staff in facilitating smooth plan review process. Mentor, train, and support staff. May assign and review plan check workloads to other staff. Work towards obtaining and maintaining additional ICC Certifications as related to duties of the position. Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

10+ years reviewing plans for conformance to the California Building Standards Codes and Referenced Standards. Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university. Possession of a current PE California License is required. Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering as applied to building design and construction. International Code Council (ICC) Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Plans Examiner Certification, or additional applicable ICC Certifications, or CASp Certification, as required for this role. Competency in, and effective use of computer systems such as: Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam & Bluebeam Studios, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc. to perform job responsibilities. Experience in management Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with both internal and external customers regardless of the level of technical expertise. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and be flexible and overcome obstacles to complete tasks. Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General office environment. Require walking and bending. May require lifting up to 35 pounds. Capacity to work in a fast‑paced environment with deadlines and multiple projects. Must be able to work independently or in a team environment. May require visiting work sites and/or clients. On as needed basis working at a client office is required. Position regularly requires working in sitting position with computer for extended periods. Salary Range

$150,000 - $190,000 USD

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