Posting number: 11198-HR
Department: 8503 - Building & Housing Construction Permits
Division: 850302 - B & H Const Permit Zoning
Job classification: Master Plan Examiner
Posting type: Open
Categories: Code Enforcement
Under the supervision of the designated Chief Building Official for the City of Cleveland and the Commissioner of the Division of Construction Permitting, reviews commercial and residential construction documents for conformance to the Ohio Building Code, Residential Code of Ohio, Cleveland Zoning Code, and the Cleveland Codified Ordinances. Prepares correction letters, adjudication orders, and plan approval letters. Provides code consultation with applicants, design professionals, contractors, and developers. Represents the Department of Building and Housing at hearings and meetings including the Board of Building Standards and the Board of Zoning Appeals. Performs other job-related duties as required.
Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Engineering from a four-year accredited college or university required. Five years of full-time paid experience in building design and construction for buildings or structures within the scope of groups regulated by the rules of the Ohio Board of Building Standards (OBBS) OR five years of full-time paid experience in plan review required. Must have a State of Ohio Architect License or Professional Engineer’s License. OBBS Interim Certification as a Master Plan Examiner as well as an Interim Certification as a Residential Building Official or Residential Plan Examiner are required, full certifications are preferred. It is expected that full Certifications will be secured during the period of time authorized by OBBS. The Interim Certifications and ultimately the full Certifications must be maintained throughout employment. Valid State of Ohio Driver’s license required. Must be computer proficient using Word, Excel, and Microsoft Office. Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds.
Detailed job description (this should describe the actual duties for the position)
Conducts plan examination for compliance for commercial and residential construction documents for conformance with the Ohio Building Code, Residential Code of Ohio, Cleveland Zoning Code, and the Cleveland Codified Ordinances as applicable. Prepares correction letters, adjudication orders, and plan approval letters. Provides code consultation with applicants, design professionals, contractors, and developers.
Must have OBBS State Certification as Master Plan Examiner
Must have a State of Ohio Architect License
Or Professional Engineer's License.
Work experience of five years in building design and construction is required.
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