Job Title: Engineer II (Commercial Building Plan Reviewer)
Closing Date: Monday, March 20, 2023.
Provides plan review services for commercial buildings and structures to confirm compliance with the Virginia Construction Code and related standards; does related work as required.
Essential Duties
Work as part of a five-person team to review permit applications and construction documents for the construction, alteration, repair and change of use of public and private buildings and structures within Henrico County. This position reviews for fire protection features, and fire and life safety systems provisions of the Virginia Construction Code and applicable referenced standards. Examples of the review responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the assessment of building heights and areas; construction materials; occupancy classifications; means of egress; accessibility; fire suppression, fire alarm and smoke control systems; wall, ceiling and floor interior finish ratings; fire-resistance rated walls, barriers, partitions, floors, roofs, ceilings; penetrations and opening protectives, etc.
Additional duties may include on occasion visiting construction sites, including the more complex construction projects, to ensure assigned projects are completed in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and approved specifications. Assignments afford opportunities for independent judgment in planning work and making technical determinations. Recognizes and troubleshoots problems; identifies, selects, and implements appropriate solutions. May consult with higher level engineers and supervisor for unusual issues. May train and/or instruct construction inspectors. Serves as the subject matter expert providing policy interpretation and technical assistance on project issues for County agencies, the County Board, residents, developers, contractors, and other stakeholders involved in the projects. Requires the ability to monitor and inspect complex projects of varying size, scope and impact and work with diverse array of internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues and complete projects according to specifications and within approved budgets. Advises architects, engineers, contractors, and inspectors of revisions in plans, alterations or repairs essential for compliance with applicable codes and standards. Performs related assigned duties as required. Requires competent proficiency with software applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and the ability to learn and use the department’s permitting, inspection, and document management software applications.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a degree in civil engineering OR fire protection engineering, and one (1) year of professional engineering experience related to the duties of the position; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Additional Information
Certifications are required as a Commercial Building Plans Examiner and Commercial Building Inspector in accordance with the Virginia Certification Standards (VCS) administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development. Additional certifications may be required based on future changes in duties assigned to the position or revision to the VCS.
How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, March 20, 2023.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our online applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal though https://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right-hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.us .