Plan Check Engineer

Job Title: Plan Check Engineer

Position Overview:

Bureau Veritas is a global leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, helping clients to manage risk and enhance their performance in the fields of quality, health and safety, environment, and social responsibility.

OUR MISSION: SHAPING A WORLD OF TRUST

Guaranteeing quality, ensuring health and safety, mitigating risks, and improving performance as well as environmental protection and social responsibility… This is what Bureau Veritas is about, truly believing that it contributes to bettering society.

Blending performance & integrity, with ambition & humility, responsibility & openness, we are proud that our people leave a mark on what they do.

We respect our people and believe in our ability to produce world class quality.

We empower our people to leave their mark, working as a team for the benefit of our 400,000 clients across 140 countries.

We believe that leaving a mark is a true challenge and opportunity for every one of us, a sign of trust and impact, a bond with the future, and proof of growth and development.

Being part of the Bureau Veritas family is more than just working, it's being convinced that you will leave your mark…. in shaping a world of trust.

Join our dynamic team as a Plans Examiner where you''ll play a vital role in ensuring the safety, compliance, and quality of construction projects within our communities. As a meticulous and detail-oriented professional, you will conduct thorough reviews of building and construction plans ensuring compliance with relevant building codes, ordinances, and regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of construction methods, materials, and structural design principles. The Plan Check Engineer will play a crucial role in maintaining safety standards and ensuring that all construction projects meet established codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review construction plans, specifications, and calculations for compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and other applicable standards.
• Evaluate structural integrity, fire & life safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency of proposed building designs.
• Assess mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure functionality, efficiency, and compliance with relevant codes.
• Communicate with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to resolve plan deficiencies and provide technical guidance.
• Prepare detailed reports outlining review findings, code violations, and recommended corrections.
• Participate in meetings and consultations with internal staff and external stakeholders to discuss project requirements and review processes.
• Stay updated on changes in building codes, regulations, and industry standards to ensure accurate plan assessments.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as zoning and fire departments, to address interdisciplinary aspects of plan reviews.
• Represent the department and interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders, fostering positive and cooperative working relationships and promoting a culture of compliance and safety.
• Perform assigned duties within the supported agency's guidance, culture, and approach.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Experience -Three years of increasingly responsible experience in structural design and/or plan checking or construction project management
• Education - Equivalent to a Bachelor''s degree from an accredited college or university with major work in structural engineering, civil engineering, architecture or a closely related field.
• Possession of a certificate of registration as a professional engineer or as a licensed architect in the State of California. *Consideration will be made for those who have passed the FE exam and have obtained the EIT Certification / License.
• Certification as a Residential and Building Plans Examiner, as issued by the International Code Council, is required.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, zoning laws, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication abilities, both written and verbal.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using computer-aided design (CAD) software, Blue Beam Revu and other plan review tools.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to inspection sites as required.

Bureau Veritas North America Total Compensation:

"At Bureau Veritas, we are dedicated to ensuring our employees receive fair and competitive pay, accompanied by comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

Here''s a breakdown of what we provide:

The starting wage range commences at $00 per hour, subject to potential increases contingent upon factors such as experience, licenses, or certifications obtained.

Our Health and Welfare Benefits are designed to meet your needs, with eligibility starting on your first day of employment:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company-matched Retirement plan
• Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Life Insurance and AD&D coverage
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Optional life and pet insurance
• EAP and Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Programs
• Tuition Assistance and/or Professional Development
• Employee Discounts

This information is transparently provided in adherence to several state and local Equal Pay and Pay Transparency Laws.

Join us at Bureau Veritas, where your well-being and professional growth are our top priorities."

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific job.

Join our team and make a difference in shaping the future of our community through safe and compliant building practices! Apply today to become a part of our dedicated team of plan check engineers.