Plan Review Manager

JOB
GENERAL PURPOSE: Under limited supervision, this position will lead, mentor, and supervise the Building Plan Review staff for the Development Services Department and oversee the day-to-day plan review operations. The incumbent will analyze, review and interpret residential, commercial and industrial construction plans and related documents, including the review of structural, building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical codes, to ensure compliance of proposed construction with applicable codes and ordinances. Embrace the New - Do Right - Lend a Hand - Find a Way - Enjoy our Work - Celebrate Uniqueness

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Develops and implements policies, procedures, and standards to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the building plan review process. Develops a training plan; creates Division goals; and establishes career advancement opportunities. Organizes, manages, and evaluates the activities of the building plan review staff; selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates personnel; monitors employee performance objectives; and works with employees to correct deficiencies. Performs technical review of building and construction plans for compliance with City and other applicable building codes, including but not limited to architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and other applicable codes. Interprets codes and regulations related to plan review and construction projects; researches and brings forward recommendations on code interpretation for Buckeye residential, commercial and industrial buildings. Provides customer service and information to the public in matters relating to construction plans and code requirements.Collaborates with other city departments and others to ensure comprehensive review and approval of building plans. Approves or denies plans as appropriate; signs off on approved plans; obtains signatures for approved plans and legal documents.Consults with architects, engineers, designers, contractors, and homeowners concerning deficiencies with structural and non-structural requirements; explains codes and regulations.Assists building inspection staff on difficult or unusual code requirements for non-residential structures.Conducts project site visits as necessary to determine code compliance and proper installation of the more complex structures or systems. Maintains and tracks plan review metrics. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Special Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License. Must possess and maintain two (2) International Code Council Certifications, IBC, and IRC.Must possess and maintain within one (1) year from date of hire, an ICC Certification as a Certified Building Official. Physical Demands / Work Environment: Standard office environment with occasional field inspections.Reports To: Building Official or designee. Supervision Exercised: YesFLSA Status: Non-exempt12-Month Goals: Develop a training plan to help Junior staff acquire experience across each discipline in building safetyDevelop a career progression plan Develop short and long-term division goalsEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.