Plans Examiner 2 - Codes

The Plans Examiner 2 is located within the Codes Administration and is responsible for examining plans and specifications for compliance with all adopted regulatory codes. Performs related duties as required.

During the 2024 fiscal year, Codes issued and tracked $4.2 billion in building permits. The department concerns itself with the safety of the public as occupants in homes and buildings throughout the county and promotes beautiful neighborhoods through the enforcement of local codes and zoning regulations. Codes is an exciting and fast paced environment for those passionate about public safety in the construction and planning sectors.

• Examine blueprints, plans, and specifications for compliance with regulatory codes.
• Check dimensions of plans to ensure minimum requirements are met.
• Review specifications for all materials.
• Recommend approval or disapproval of plans after thorough examination.
• Perform inspections as needed.
• Report discrepancies and design variations found in plans, building materials, and methods of construction.
• Confer with the public, architects, engineers, and contractors to explain codes and standards.
• Consult with appropriate organizations on the best methods to achieve compliance with codes.
• Perform administrative duties.
• Write detailed reports as needed.
• Maintain records on each plan review application.
• Attend appeal cases as needed and submits documentation to be considered in the final decision.
• Serve as a liaison with code groups and organizations involved in code development and product approvals.
• Answer inquiries concerning codes regulations.

Any combination of education and experience that would prepare the incumbent to perform the duties of the position at the appropriate level. Employees would typically have a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field and 2 years experience dealing with building construction, designing structures, and/or reviewing commercial plans and specifications.
 

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

LICENSES REQUIRED
Valid Driver License

State of Tennessee Building Inspector's Certificate

Certified by the International Code Council (ICC), as follows:

Certified Residential Building Inspector (ICC)

Certified Commercial Building Inspector (ICC)

Any employee appointed to this classification shall obtain required certification within two (2) years from the effective date of their appointment. Failure to meet the certification requirements within the two (2) year period may result in disciplinary action.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

• Experience working with International Code Council (ICC) codes and other applicable codes
• Experience working with codes, laws, and ordinances relating to construction plans and specifications; detect deviations from regulatory codes
• Experience working with materials, methods and procedures used in construction
• Experience working with architectural design symbols; knowledge of legal terminology used in construction documents
• Skill examining complex plans and specifications and making appropriate recommendations
• Skill discussing, explaining, and interpreting codes requirements

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
 
Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.
 
Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640. 

Salary : $77,083