Inspector / Plans Examiner Jobs

ISANI Consultants
Building/ Structural- Electrical – Plumbing-Mechanical- Fire Life Safety Inspector / Plans Examiner Positions Open
Description

GENERAL SUMMARY
Under general direction of the Houston Airport Systems Building Official, reviews permit applications and associated plans submitted for construction on Airport property for compliance with adopted construction codes and standards. Consults with project design teams during project planning and design and makes recommendations to ensure project’s code compliance, as well as design criteria to improve the maintainability or longevity of Airport facilities as specified by the Houston Airport System (HAS). Performs field inspection of newly constructed or modified facilities to ensure compliance with approved plans and all applicable codes, standards, and FAA requirements.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs building construction inspections on Airport construction projects to ensure conformance with the adopted International Building Codes, including City of Houston amendments, and any applicable Airport Standards.
2. Records and documents inspection and/or testing results within permit tracking software; issues deficiency reports and monitors remedial work; records re-inspection and retesting results; ensures correction of all deficiencies.
3. Ensures Airport facilities comply with FAA and other mandated design standards.
4. Provides technical assistance as it relates to code interpretation and conformance, constructability, and quality assurance at each project phase from design through final inspection.
5. Explain and interprets regulations, guidelines, standards, and criteria to design professionals, contractors, tenants, and other interested parties.
6. Attends construction meetings as required and reports problems and projects status to supervisor.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.
8. Review design drawings, construction documents and project specifications for compliance with construction codes, design criteria and government regulations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
1. Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction technology or construction management.
2. Five (5) years’ experience in construction document plan review and inspection of building systems.
3. Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the above.
4. Possession of a valid Texas Class C driver’s license.
5. Plumbing Inspector position requires Plumbing Inspector License issued by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners.
6. Electrical Inspector Position requires a minimum of a Journeymen Electrical License issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
7. Fire Inspector Position requires certifications issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP)
8. Ability to detect and correct non-complying items during plan review and through on-site inspection.
9. Knowledge of local, state, and national codes and regulations relating to major public works development.
10. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Outstanding customer service skills and timely communication.
11. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
12. Ability to create modest to complex documents, tools, and project databases, including data input, file management and report generating.
13. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an Air Operations Area (AOA) badge.
Working Conditions
1. Office and field environment.
2. Work outdoors in all kinds of weather.
3. Work performed at various heights above ground.
4. Uses keyboard devices, computer monitors, and portable tablet devices.
5. Exchanges information by telephone, written document and in person.

DESIRED
1. Certifications from the International Code Council (ICC) in the discipline assigned to for plans examination and Inspections.
2. Additional Certifications from the International Code Council (ICC) are a plus.
• Houston, Texas, United States
• Position Title: Plans Examiner / Inspector (Building-Mechanical-Electrical-Plumbing)
• Company Name for Job: Isani Consultants, LP
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Salary: 90 - 110k depending upon experience