Flood Plain Reviewer Job at Bureau Veritas Certification CZ, s.r.o. (Miami Beach)

Job Description

This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions.

Job Responsibility

Reviews all plans and specifications in detail to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local floodplain management and coastal construction regulations prior to issuance of building permits for proposed construction, land use modifications, or building development
Discusses technical requirements with engineers, contractors, builders, or property owners
approves or disapproves submissions
suggests modifications
and requests corrections or plan resubmission as necessary
Reviews and evaluates drawings and specifications to determine minimum code compliance with flood-resistant design and construction requirements
Assists with inspections of buildings during construction, alteration, or repair to ensure compliance with approved plans and building code requirements related to flood-resistant design and construction
May also conduct pre-construction site inspections to assess plan feasibility and monitor construction progress
Assists in investigating complaints regarding violations of applicable codes and ordinances, and coordinates prosecution of violators when necessary
Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
60 college credits in building and/or construction techniques preferred
Possess and maintain Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM) Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification
3–5 years of experience interpreting and applying guidelines and complex regulations relating to floodplain management and National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) principles
Additional qualifying education may substitute on a year-for-year basis for required experience
Required certifications must be kept current during employment
Extensive knowledge of: National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), Community Rating System (CRS), land use planning, building code enforcement, drainage laws, flood hazard mapping methodologies, intergovernmental coordination, and disaster/post-disaster recovery procedures
Knowledge of the Florida Building Code, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7-24, and other applicable city laws and ordinances
Considerable knowledge of, and ability to accurately read, Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs)
Ability to review elevation certificates and related permit applications to determine compliance with floodplain management requirements
Ability to identify structural defects and hazardous building conditions and to recommend or implement corrective measures
Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications to determine compliance with floodplain management and coastal construction regulations
Ability to perform on-site inspections requiring climbing, crawling, bending, stooping, and accessing confined spaces
Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare a variety of reports
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, employees, departmental officials, professional groups, and the general public

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