The City of Tomball is accepting applications for the position of Plan Reviewer. This position performs a variety of advanced technical and administrative engineering work related to development review and capital projects throughout the City of Tomball. Processes, reviews, and approves plans associated with residential, commercial, industrial and public assembly development, subdivision, transportation and other projects for conformance with city and state standards and current civil engineering practices; and performs other duties as assigned.

Reports To City Engineer

Positions Supervised

Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

Education Bachelor (Related Field)

Experience Minimum of 4 years previous relevant work experience is required.

Certifications

Licensing PE license, preferred

Plan Review Engineer's role within the big picture of the City's overall success.

Performs a variety of advanced technical and administrative engineering work related to development review and capital projects throughout the City of Tomball. Processes, reviews, ad approves plans associated with residential, commercial, industrial and public assembly development, subdivision, transportation and other projects for conformance with city and state standards and current civil engineering practices; and performs other duties as assigned.

This position is authorized to work remotely.

Plan Review Engineer functions include but are not limited to the following.

Development Project Review: Reviews construction plans, site plans and other development related applications and documents for compliance with city design standards and/or state and Federal codes, and other civil engineering standards.
- Reviews subdivision preliminary plats, final plats and re-plats; subdivision construction plans; and subdivision bonding calculations.
- Reviews hydrologic and hydraulic models and analysis, drainage reports, FEMA letter of map change documents and reports, geotechnical reports, pavement designs and other development related reports/documents.
- Reviews plans/permit submittals for residential, interior finish, commercial, swimming pools, room additions and single trade permits by residents and architects to assure all codes are meeting minimum requirements.
- Meets with staff, developers, engineers, and contractors to respond to questions concerning design standards for and city regulations for development.
- Provides technical assistance and information concerning code interpretation and administration of the City's development standards.

Success Framework. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role.

Knowledge of civil engineering and surveying principles and practices including design, construction, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analysis principles and application, drainage infrastructure design and operation
Knowledge of and interpretation of applicable codes, City ordinances, laws and regulations governing building construction industry
Knowledge of and understanding of residential and commercial development
Skill in reading and interpreting site plans, plats, building plans, specifications, calculations and codes to determine compliance with appropriate building codes and ordinances
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate, verbally and in writing with co-workers, other City departments and others in the performance of assigned duties
Ability to effectively manage a wide variety of projects, tasks and responsibilities; ensuring excellent quality of work as well as tending to all tasks in a timely manner.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft programs, ARGIS, AutoCAD, Bluebeam and other engineering related software (recommended).

Equipment and Tools commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

Microsoft Office, GIS, Bluebeam, AutoCAD

Work Environment or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

The work is typically performed indoors in an office setting and occasionally outdoors.
May rarely be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma.

* Physical Abilities. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist, hand, and/or fine motor movement.
Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen, and comprehend.
Work requires three dimensional vision, the ability to identify and distinguish colors
Must be able to lift up to 5
Work requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.

*The City of Tomball offers reasonable accommodation in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request accommodation at any time.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, and employees may be required to comply with the changes.

SALARY:

Hiring range - $64,854 - $68,097 ($31.18 - $32.74)

Salary range - $64,854 - $97,302

**Salary is dependent on qualifications and certifications**

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement - The City of Tomball does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Sex, Religion, Age or Disability in employment or the provision of services.

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