Description

The Community Planning, Housing and Development (CPHD) Department is seeking an Energy Construction Plans Examiner I/II to join our team! The ISD is responsible for working with Arlington County citizens, design professionals, developers, and contractors to review and inspect projects throughout the County. 

This position provides senior technical energy plans examinations and inspections of commercial construction projects for compliance with state adopted codes, local codes, ordinances, and standards.  The position may be filled at level I or II based on candidate's experience and qualifications.

Major Job Duties:  

• Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates energy conservation codes and standards plans for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings for approval;
• Provides inspectors with technical support for code decisions, conducts inspections of commercial construction projects, determines compliance with VUSBC and other building regulations, and enforces codes;
• Documents deficiencies in written narratives, including specific code citations, to clearly communicate compliance requirements to engineers, contractors, architects, and developers, facilitating permit issuance and the start of construction;
• Inspects projects to ensure compliance with approved construction documents;
• Collaborates and coordinates with the other Plans Examiners and inspectors;
• Maintains knowledge of changes to state adopted codes, local codes and ordinances;
• Participate in code development process at State and National levels; and
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture & Sustainable Design, or related field; plus

Energy Construction Plans Examiner I:

• Must obtain Virginia state certification as a Plans Examiner in classification of applicable code discipline/trade within 12 months of employment.

Energy Construction Plans Examiner II:

• Some responsible experience with energy construction plans related to buildings and facilities;
  Possession of Virginia Plans Examiner Certification in classification of applicable code discipline/trade upon employment; and
  Completion of the requirements to obtain additional certifications as a Plans Examiner in qualifying disciplines (e.g., plumbing, structural, building, fire, mechanical, and/or electrical) – OR – possession of a Registered Design Professional license.