Plans Reviewer - City of Katy

Are you passionate about community development and ensuring that building plans meet regulatory standards? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of building codes and zoning regulations? Join our dynamic team at the City of Katy as a Plans Reviewer and play a crucial role in shaping the future of our community.

SUMMARY: Reviews residential, commercial and/or multi-family construction plans for compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances of the City of Katy.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Examines residential, commercial and/or multi-family construction plans and building permits for compliance with building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes, ADA requirements, and City ordinance.
• Explains codes and regulations to general contractors.
• Resolves code or structural design issues and assists the public with code questions and interpretations.
• Review for compliance of Floodplain Guidelines.
• Makes required corrections to plans for conformance to regulations and/or ordinance.
• Consults with engineers, designers, developers, contractors, architects, and homeowners regarding codes and regulations for requested projects.
• Maintains records and files associated with plan review process.
• Prepares periodic reports and responds to requests for information.
• Assists with the front office as needed.
• Attends construction development meetings, design review meetings, and advises applicants of the codes, policies and ordinances for proposed work.
• Assists Building Official and Building Inspectors and interacts with the Fire Marshall as needed.
• May perform inspections, as needed.
• For purposes of business continuity, employees in this position are considered Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers, as defined by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).
• Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:

High school diploma or equivalent; AND five (5) years of construction experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge of:

• Department policies and procedures.
• International Building and Mechanical codes.
• National Electrical codes.
• General building practices and their application to individual structures.
• State and Federal laws pertaining to commercial construction.

Skill in:

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Diagnosing and resolving permit and construction issues.
• Operating a personal computer, standard software, and some specialized software.
• Communicating clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and plans.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid State driver's license.
• Building Plans Examiner or Combination Plans Examiner, preferred, but one of the two must be obtained within one (1) year of employment.
• International Building Code or International Residential code certification, preferred.
• State Plumber Inspectors License, preferred.
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM), preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a standard office environment and at various inspection sites. May be exposed to some unsafe structures, unsafe electrical installations, and high voltage. Requires safety procedures to be followed, including the use of personal protective equipment.

The City of Katy is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities and Amendments Act and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.