Salary : $75,178.66 - $120,285.85 Annually
Location : Ronald Ferris Municipal Complex, 10500 N Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410, FL
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 26-404105 6.26
Department: BUILDING SERVICES
Opening Date: 06/19/2026
Closing Date: 6/21/2026 11:00 PM Eastern
SummaryTechnical work reviewing construction documents and plans to ensure compliance with City and State codes, ordinances, statutes, and regulations that govern building construction, alterations and repairs.
Essential Function Duties and Responsibilities - Conducts review of construction plans, plan revisions, architectural drawings, engineering drawings, electrical diagrams, equipment specifications, computations, and related documentation for compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, good construction practices, and other requirements; processes documentation within designated timeframes and per established procedures.
- Identifies non-compliance issues and corrections required for plans to achieve compliance with codes; documents code articles of deficiencies found in EDEN, ensures necessary corrections are made to plans and meet compliance prior to issuance of permits.
- Reviews plans, performs field inspections as required for building construction and compliance with provisions of building codes
- Thoroughly submits drawings and documents to the test of the codes and corrects and stamps, as necessary; seeks input from supervisors when questions arise concerning the applicability of codes to specific construction documents or plans
- Examines plans and specifications of proposed construction and provides general and specific information regarding code requirements to contractors, architects, designers, engineers, homeowners, other departments and the general public
- Conducts field investigations to assist in plan application, interpretation or intent
- Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and standards;
- reviews new codes and changes to existing codes; maintains an awareness of new methods, materials, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends seminars, workshops, and training sessions as appropriate
- Confers with architects, builders, and fabricators on construction practices and related matters as they relate to construction plans and documents during the review phase
- Conducts work in accordance to established SOP's, policies and procedures
- Documents work thoroughly in the electronic file keeping system and, when applicable, on plans
- Prepares a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision making purposes
- Maintains positive working relationships within the Division, other City departments and various agencies to assist with the comprehensive plan review process
- Performs essential computer functions such as data entry, printing, retrieval, reports, etc.
- Reports for and conducts assigned duties during emergency related events.
- Performs any other related duties as required or assigned
PERIPHERAL DUTIES: - Serves as a member of various City employee committees, as assigned.
- Assists with review of land development applications, as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications - High School diploma or equivalent, and
- Considerable experience in the construction industry, and
- Licensure by the State of Florida as a Plans Examiner per Florida Statute 468 or the ability to obtain a provisional license within the first three (3) months of employment, and
- Valid State of Florida Driver's license with a good driving record.
- Any related combination of education, training and experience
Eligibility:Coverage in the City's group insurance plans begins the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.
Health Insurance:Choice of three (3) plans provided through Florida Blue. Employee contributions are required toward the cost of this insurance on a bi-weekly basis as follows
TIERHMOPPOHDHPEmployee Only$0$0$0
Family$58.00$110.00$30.00
On-Site Employee Health and Wellness Center:Available for use by employees, spouses and dependents enrolled on the City's Health Plan. No-copays for doctor's visits, labs, physicals, or prescription drugs dispensed at the Center
Dental Insurance:PPO plan offered through Humana, provided at no cost
Life Insurance:Two (2) times annual salary up to a maximum of $100,000 provided at no cost
Short Term Disability:Non-probationary employees eligible for 60% of salary up to 26 weeks, provided at no cost.
Long Term Disability:60% of salary up to $5,000 monthly, provided at no cost
Employee Assistance Program: Six (6) visits per calendar year, per issue, provided at no cost.
Wellness Program: Voluntary wellness initiatives that promote and reward health awareness.
Pension Plan:Provided through the Florida Retirement System (FRS). Choice between the Investment Plan with a one (1) year vesting schedule, and the Pension Plan with an eight (8) year vesting schedule. Mandatory 3% pre-tax contribution.
Holidays:Eleven (11) days per calendar year. One (1) Floating Holiday per calendar year.
Personal Leave:Sixteen (16) hours accrued monthly used for vacation, illness, or personal time away from work Personal Leave is tiered based on years of service and increases overtime.
Optional Voluntary Benefits:Employee Rental Assistance Program, Vision Care Insurance Plan, Supplemental Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, AFLAC Group Policies, 457 Deferred Comp Plan, Roth IRA, Recreation Program Discounts, Day Care Discounts, Free EV Charging Station, Flexible Schedules, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer under the U.S. Department of Education's PSLF Program.
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The City of Palm Beach Gardens requires that you list your most recent 10 years of work experience if applicable. Work experience as listed in your resume, will not be an acceptable form of submission. You must use the work experience fields provided in order for your application to be complete.
- Yes I have included the most recent 10 years of work experience if applicable.
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Do you currently possess an active Standard Certification with the State of Florida as an Inspector or Plans Examiner?
Required Question
