Structural Plans Examiner

Job Summary
This is advanced professional engineering work in the examination of complex construction plans for building construction projects. Under occasional supervision, the Structural Plans Examiner reviews building plans and performs a variety of routine and complex technical work in connection with his/her duty to enforce all of the provisions of the Florida Building Code, Miami-Dade County Code, Town Code, and other related codes.

Reports to:
The Building Official

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

• Examines commercial and residential construction permit plans to determine structural integrity and compliance with requirements of the applicable codes and regulations.
• Reviews residential and commercial construction plans, determines structural adequacy of various types of ratings and structures or buildings, and approves or disapproves proposed plans in accordance with code requirements.
• Exercises considerable independent judgment in the application of professional engineering knowledge to the examination of complex construction plans, determination of structural integrity, and in the performance of related engineering duties.
• Approves or disapproves proposed plans in accordance with the code and other regulatory requirements; disapproved items with architects and engineers, contractors, and property owners to obtain plan changes necessary for approval.
• Makes interpretations of the Florida Building Code and makes decisions concerning the feasibility of deviations from the code under various conditions.
• Evaluates engineering criteria to enforce control procedures for the fabrication of various building materials and types of construction; makes recommendations for the establishment of departmental policy concerning the use of new building materials.
• Orders necessary shop drawings, field tests, soil reports, and special supervision of construction as required to complete plans processing work.
• Performs general administrative/office work as required, including but not limited to attending meetings, preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.
• Receives, reviews, prepares and/or submits various records and reports including building plans, shop drawings, engineering reports, permit applications, job pricing records and reports, code compliance complaints, correspondence, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other Town department personnel, property/homeowners, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, County personnel, general public, etc.
• Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment, including a computer, typewriter, calculator, copier, telephone, etc.
• Enforces and explains pertinent sections of the applicable codes.
• Issues verbal and written notices of code violation and citations for code violations.
• Assists in resolving complex and sensitive customer service issues, either personally, by telephone or in writing.
• Maintains records and documents of customer service issues and resolutions.
• Researches problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential work and code compliance.
• Maintains high ethical, honesty and moral standards.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Building Official and/or Chief Building Inspector.
• A High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Six (6) years of experience as a structural engineer practicing within the area of jurisdiction of the Building Code with responsibility for the design of building structures.
• Must possess a State of Florida Professional Engineer license under the structural discipline. Applicants who were licensed as a Professional Engineer under the civil engineering discipline on or before March 1, 1993 are also eligible. All applicants must be eligible for certification by the Miami-Dade County Board of Rules and Appeals as specified in Chapter 8 of the Code of Miami-Dade County. License must be in good standing with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation with no pending complaints.
• Standard certification by the State of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation as an inspector and plans examiner. Provisional certification will be acceptable for one (1) year from the date of hire prior to obtaining standard certification.
• Must meet the licensing qualifications set forth in Article II Chapter 8, Section 8-21 of the Code of Miami-Dade County for Plans Examiner and have or be able to obtain a certificate from the Miami-Dade County Board of Rules and Appeals.

Requirements

• Must be a non-smoker.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• A valid State of Florida driver's license with acceptable driving record at time of appointment. This must be maintained throughout employment.
• Must complete a background investigation which includes a national criminal history search, driver's license history check, and a drug screening.