Plans Review Engineer

Join Building and Safety and Shape the Future of Our Community’s Skyline!

At Building and Safety, we're more than just regulators – we’re stewards of innovation and safety for every new building that rises in our community. We are passionate about ensuring every commercial building meets the highest standards, combining cutting‑edge knowledge with meticulous attention to detail to uphold the safety, compliance, and excellence of each project. When you join our team, you're not only building structures;

you're building a safer, stronger future.

We're seeking a proactive, detail-oriented professional with expertise in the International Fire Code and NFPA codes to join us as a Commercial Plans Reviewer. In this role, you will be on the front lines of public safety, reviewing construction documents for new commercial properties – including site and utility plans – and new building construction, renovations, additions. Your expertise will ensure every design meets the highest fire and life safety requirements of local, state codes and NFPA standards – protecting lives and property with each project you touch.

• Collaborating with architects, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure clarity on requirements and provide guidance on code compliance.
• Preparing detailed reports and documentation that reflect your findings and assessments.
• Collaborate with fire inspectors to address any issues or discrepancies that arise during construction.
• Staying ahead of the curve on evolving fire codes and NFPA standards.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or a related field, along with significant experience in building design and/or construction. You'll bring a firm understanding of International Fire Code as published by the International Code Council (ICC) and knowledge of NFPA standards.

As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• A competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• A retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and opportunities for professional growth and continuing education

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field and at least two (2) years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Must obtain certification as a Building Plans Examiner or Fire Plans Examiner by the International Code Council or as a Certified Fire Plan Examiner by the National Fire Protection Association within six (6) months of employment.

Join us in building a safer, more sustainable future for our city! The City of Lincoln is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify participant.

This position can be filled at either a Part Time (20-30 hours) or Full Time (40 hours) status.