Principal Plan Check Engineer

CSG Consultants, Inc.

. Perform technical review of construction documents for residential, multifamily, commercial, industrial, and other structures .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeIrvine • California • United StatesLead💰 $149,520 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in reviewing construction documents for compliance with California Building Standards Codes, applying engineering judgment for life-safety and structural adequacy, and effectively managing plan check processes. Possesses strong communication skills for preparing reports and liaising with various stakeholders.

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California Building Standards Codes CompliancePlan Review and Inspection ProtocolsPE California LicenseICC CertificationsMicrosoft Office Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Technical Review of Construction DocumentsDesign Adequacy AssessmentConstruction Inspection ProtocolsPlan Check Workload ManagementReading and Interpreting Construction DiagramsEvaluating Compliance with Building CodesMentoring and Training StaffProject Specification AnalysisLiaising with Government AgenciesManaging Multiple Priorities

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationStress ManagementFlexibilityTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

BluebeamBluebeam StudiosMicrosoft TeamsZoomElectronic Plan Check Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

PE California LicenseICC Building Plans Examiner CertificationICC Electrical Plans Examiner CertificationICC Mechanical Plans Examiner CertificationICC Plumbing Plans Examiner CertificationCASp Certification

Industry Keywords

Residential ConstructionMultifamily StructuresCommercial ConstructionIndustrial StructuresBuilding Codes ComplianceSoils Reports EvaluationDesign Disciplines CoordinationPlan Check Correction NoticesLegal and Technical DevelopmentsConstruction Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform technical review of construction documents for residential, multifamily, commercial, industrial, and other structures
Review drawings, calculations, soils reports, and other documents for compliance with California Building Standards Codes and Reference Standards
Use engineering judgment to assess design adequacy for life-safety, structural, and other code requirements
Apply construction inspection and plan review protocols, policies, and procedures
Read and interpret maps, construction diagrams, electronic plans, and project specifications
Evaluate projects for compliance with building codes, reference standards, and other governing codes and ordinances
Coordinate design disciplines and plan development; write effective plan check correction notices
Suggest alternate forms of compliance with codes and ordinances
Supervise a minimum of 2 Plan Check Engineers
Prepare and present oral and written reports
Develop understanding of electronic plan check submittals, review processes, software systems, and management tools
Maintain working relationships with government agencies, civic organizations, architects, contractors, engineers, and the public
Represent the department at internal and external meetings on behalf of CSG and its clients
Stay current on legal and technical developments in building construction and codes
Function independently as an expert in specialized code, rules, and policy matters
Liaise between the plan check team and jurisdictional staff to facilitate the plan review process
Mentor, train, and support staff
Assign and review plan check workloads as needed
Work toward obtaining and maintaining additional ICC Certifications related to the position
Visit client locations, job sites, or other business-related locations as required
Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Candidates must live locally or within the State of California; no relocation expenses provided
10+ years reviewing plans for conformance to the California Building Standards Codes and Referenced Standards
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university, or other degree, with a focus on Structural Design
Possession of a current PE California License is required
Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering as applied to building design and construction
International Code Council (ICC) Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Plans Examiner Certification, or additional applicable ICC Certifications, or CASp Certification, as required for this role
Competency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Bluebeam Studios, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom
Experience in management
Ability to assume responsibility and communicate effectively with internal and external customers
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations, be flexible, and overcome obstacles
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license when assigned to positions requiring business-related driving
Ability to work independently or in a team environment
Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment with deadlines and multiple projects
May require lifting up to 35 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company subsidized medical, dental, vision insurance for employees and family coverage
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), depending on your selected health insurance plan
Flexible Spending Accounts and Transit/Parking benefits
Group and Voluntary Life insurance
Long-Term Disability insurance
Employee Stock Ownership program
401(k) program with a company match
15 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 12 paid company holidays
California Paid Sick Leave (for part-time/as-needed employees)
Employee Assistance program
Fitness Reimbursement program
Professional Development program