Senior Plan Check Engineer (FT-Hybrid)

Our Building Plan Review Department is currently hiring for a Senior Plan Check Engineer. This is a full-time, hybrid position based out of our Foster City, CA office. This position involves working five days a week (Monday - Friday) between the hours of 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. Under direction, the Senior Plan Check Engineer will supervise and check building plans for residential, commercial and other structures to ensure compliance with building, mechanical, electrical and plumbing, energy, Calgreen codes, local ordinances, and State and Federal law, and conduct field inspections.

We only consider candidates living locally or within the State of CA. We do not pay any relocation expenses.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strong understanding of California Building Standards Codes and Referenced Standards.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, construction diagrams, plans, blueprints and specifications and evaluate them for compliance with governing codes and standards.
• Exhibit sound judgment in providing expert code interpretation.
• Ability to suggest alternate forms of compliance with codes and ordinances.
• Prepare and present effective oral and written reports.
• Represent the department at internal and external meetings.
• Current on legal and technical developments pertaining to building construction and codes.
• Mentor and train plans examiners and plan check engineers.
• Supervise up to 2 plans examiners and/or plan check engineers.
• Function independently as an expert in matters of specialized code, rules, and policy.
• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10 to 15 years of industry experience, including 5 years reviewing plans for conformance to model codes.
• Current PE California License is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Multiple ICC Certifications, including Plans Examiner Certification highly desired.
  
• Strong computer skills.
• Experience in management.
• Excellent communicator and deals effectively with everyone regardless of level of technical expertise.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Able to drive to job sites and be able to walk in and through job sites for extended periods.
• Able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 35 lbs.
• Sit for extended periods of time.
• Work with detailed, finely printed documents.

PAY AND BENEFITS

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a 300+ network of experts: community planners, environmental specialists, civil and structural engineers, building and safety experts, fire prevention and construction managers – leading the change to a more sustainable and equitable future.

The compensation for this position is $105,000.00 to $170,000.00 per year

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

BENEFITS OFFERED

CSG’s comprehensive benefits package includes 401(k) plus company match, Employee Stock Ownership Program (Eligibility requirements must be met to qualify), 12 paid holidays, 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO), medical, dental, vision, FSA, EAP, Life/AD&D, LTD, voluntary life insurance, casual work environment and professional development program.

ABOUT US

CSG Consultants is an established and thriving, employee-owned municipal services consulting firm headquartered in Foster City, California with offices throughout California. Since 1991, CSG has exclusively served public agencies, providing a wide range of municipal services—from planning to community preservation. A trusted leader in the industry, CSG focuses on building long-term relationships with our client communities and stands by its commitment to the time-honored values of quality of service, integrity, and responsiveness.

Work Environment: We strive to offer the flexibility you need to do your best work. Whether you are working from a CSG office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment, where your integrity, enterprising spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work, using your unique talents, backgrounds, and experience to create positive outcomes for our clients.

Career Growth: We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization, you can make a lasting impact on projects you work on, the teams and committees you join as a part of our business practices.

CSG Consultants is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions and provides employment opportunities based on merit, qualifications, potential and competency. We want to have the best available persons in every job. CSG policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, military and veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or medical condition or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CSG Consultants, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. Any applicant who requires accommodation to apply for or perform the essential functions of a job should contact the Human Resources Department and request such accommodation.