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NEOGOV · 1 week ago

Plans Examiner I, II, III, IV, or V

Gwinnett County Government is committed to providing superior services to its residents and business owners. The Plans Examiner positions are responsible for reviewing and authorizing plans, permits, and other associated documents to ensure life safety and building code compliance.

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Responsibilities

Reviews building and site construction plans for compliance with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire, life safety, accessibility, fire suppression systems, fire alarm systems, civil, utility, and other regulations
Reviews engineering calculations for building and site construction systems and structures
Assists and responds to design professionals, contractors, developers, other government agencies, and the general public on interpreting ordinances, laws, rules, and regulations
Conducts research regarding zoning conditions and administrative questions
Enters plan and permit data and coordinates related activities with co-workers
Determines appropriate construction permit fees
Performs on-site inspections of commercial and residential construction projects for code compliance as needed
Assists in creating a positive and supportive work environment, promoting a culture of teamwork and communication, and supports organizational values
Assists in the implementation of new policies, procedures, and ordinances
Serves as lead plan examiner responsible for training and mentoring team members and resolving highly complex issues related to plan review and associated policies and procedures
Assists the manager with monitoring the plan review and construction permit issuance process
Assists the manager with determining and assigning staff work schedules and tasks
Serves as a lead to staff to include assigning and monitoring work progress and advising on the interpretation and application of ordinances, laws, rules, and regulations
Serves as a specialist in the area of plan review and approves final building, civil, and fire protection system plans for compliance with applicable ordinances, laws, rules, regulations, and other engineering principles
Consults and assists contractors, engineers, attorneys, other government agencies, and the general public on interpreting codes, ordinances, laws, rules, regulations, and resolves related problems
Reviews plans for compliance with fire, life safety, and accessibility
Conducts research regarding zoning conditions and administrative questions
Enters plan and permit data and coordinates related activities with co-workers
Determines appropriate construction permit fees

Qualification

Plans Examiner ExperienceArchitecture DegreeEngineering DegreeConstruction Technology DegreeICC CertificationBOAG CertificationNFPA CertificationGPSTC CertificationCustomer ServiceCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeamworkProblem Solving

Required

Associate's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Technology OR Two years of plans examiner experience
Valid Driver's License from state of residency
Must successfully obtain one (1) Certification related to the area of assignment within twelve (12) months of hiring which includes an International Code Council (ICC), Building Officials Association of Georgia (BOAG), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), or Georgia Public Training Center (GPSTC) Certification within twelve (12) months of hiring
Associate's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Technology AND One year of plans examiner experience OR Three years of plans examiner experience
Must successfully obtain two (2) International Code Council (ICC), Building Officials Association of Georgia (BOAG), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), or Georgia Public Training Center (GPSTC) Certification within twelve (12) months of hiring
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Technology, or closely related field OR Four years of plans examiner experience
Must successfully obtain two (2) International Code Council (ICC), Building Officials Association of Georgia (BOAG), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), or Georgia Public Training Center (GPSTC) Certification related to the area of assignment within twelve (12) months of hiring
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Technology, or closely related field AND One year of plans examiner experience OR Five years of plans examiner experience
Must successfully obtain International Code Council (ICC), Building Officials Association of Georgia (BOAG), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), or Georgia Public Training Center (GPSTC) Certifications within twelve (12) months of hiring
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Technology, or closely related field AND Five years of plans examiner experience
Must be a licensed professional engineer, architect, or interior designer or successfully obtain the International Code Council (ICC) Building Plans Examiner or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Certified Plans Examiner Certification within twelve (12) months of hiring

Benefits

Health coverage
A robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!)
Onsite employee wellness center
Longevity pay
Tuition reimbursement

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

H1B Sponsorship

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2025 (13)
2024 (10)
2023 (10)
2022 (18)
2021 (14)
2020 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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