Master Plan Examiner

Master Plan Examiner

Salary

$90,000.00 - $100,000.00 Annually

Location

8503 - Bldg & Housing Constr Permit

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

11198-HR

Department

8503 - Building & Housing Construction Permits

Division

850302 - B & H Const Permit Zoning

Opening Date

10/29/2026

Closing Date

11/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

Master Plan Examiner

Examples of Duties

Under the supervision of the designated Chief Building Official for the City of Cleveland and the Commissioner of the Division of Construction Permitting, reviews commercial and residential construction documents for conformance to the Ohio Building Code, Residential Code of Ohio, Cleveland Zoning Code, and the Cleveland Codified Ordinances. Prepares correction letters, adjudication orders, and plan approval letters. Provides code consultation with applicants, design professionals, contractors, and developers. Represents the Department of Building and Housing at hearings and meetings including the Board of Building Standards and the Board of Zoning Appeals. Performs other job-related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Engineering from a four-year accredited college or university required. Five years of full-time paid experience in building design and construction for buildings or structures within the scope of groups regulated by the rules of the Ohio Board of Building Standards (OBBS) OR five years of full-time paid experience in plan review required. Must have a State of Ohio Architect License or Professional Engineer's License. OBBS Interim Certification as a Master Plan Examiner as well as an Interim Certification as a Residential Building Official or Residential Plan Examiner are required, full certifications are preferred. It is expected that full Certifications will be secured during the period of time authorized by OBBS. The Interim Certifications and ultimately the full Certifications must be maintained throughout employment. Valid State of Ohio Driver's license required. Must be computer proficient using Word, Excel, and Microsoft Office. Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds.

Supplemental Information

Detailed job description (this should describe the actual duties for the position)

Conducts plan examination for compliance for commercial and residential construction documents for conformance with the Ohio Building Code, Residential Code of Ohio, Cleveland Zoning Code, and the Cleveland Codified Ordinances as applicable. Prepares correction letters, adjudication orders, and plan approval letters. Provides code consultation with applicants, design professionals, contractors, and developers.

Additional Requirements

Must have OBBS State Certification as Master Plan Examiner

Must have a State of Ohio Architect License

Or Professional Engineers License.

Work experience of five years in building design and construction is required.

https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/human-resources/total-rewards

The Citys guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.

The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.

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Are you certified by the Ohio Board Building Standard as an Master Plan Examiner or Combination of Plan Examiner (Must select at least one). --Building Plans Examiner Mechanical Plans Examiner Electrical Plans Examiner Plumbing Plans Examiner Fire Protection Plans Examiner _ Residential Plans Examiner

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Employer City of Cleveland

Address 601 Lakeside Avenue

Cleveland, Ohio, 44114

Phone 216-664-2493