Plan Checker II - Journey Level

Ardurra is seeking a Plan Checker II - Journey Level to join our team in Southern California!

Position Summary
Performs independent review of a broad range of civil infrastructure plans and exercises professional judgment in applying municipal standards and requirements.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Independently review civil plans and technical documents


• Coordinate directly with applicants and municipal staff


• Provide responses to technical questions regarding comments and corrections


• Independently evaluate coordination between multiple civil disciplines and supporting documents


• Identify and resolve plan coordination issues affecting constructability, quantities, or compliance


• Participate in technical coordination meetings or calls with project engineers as needed

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline


• 3–6 years of progressively responsible experience in:




• Civil plan review


• Municipal public works engineering


• Private land development or infrastructure design




• Strong working knowledge of:




• Grading and drainage design


• Stormwater management and LID requirements


• Water, sewer, and storm drain infrastructure




• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Prior experience supporting California cities, counties, or special districts


• Familiarity with:




• Greenbook (Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction)


• Caltrans standards and specifications


• County drainage, hydrology, or flood control manuals




• Strong written communication and technical documentation skills


• Ability to work independently in a consultant support role

Salary Range

$80,000 to $110,000 (DOE)

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Third-Party Recruiters
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