Location: Dayton, Lyon County

‍Responsibilities/Duties:

·        Reviews residential and commercial building permit applications for completeness and compliance with current federal, state, and local codes, ordinances, and regulations relating to but not limited to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, framing, etc.; reviews specifications and building plans; consults with originator to clarify or make corrections as needed.

·        Coordinates plan review process with staff from other units, divisions, or departments; monitors assembly of items required to fulfill conditions of approval placed on projects by the Planning Commission; ensures all required documents are collected and reviewed and approved by the required divisions or departments.

·        Assists the public at the front counter, by telephone, by email, or video conference, answering questions and providing information regarding building permit applications.

·        Occasionally performs (as needed to fill in for inspection personnel) routine site inspections of construction projects and private sewer lateral installations as assigned; enforces codes by issuing instructions, recommendations, citations, and stop work orders; enters field inspection reports into an automated record system.  

·        Prepares and maintains various forms, reports, records, and public information handouts. Coordinates the dissemination of information via the county’s website, social media platforms and building department counter with other members of the department and city staff.  Assists in the review of procedures, processes and software used for the receipt and review of plans and application materials for the purpose of improvement.

·        Attends and participates in professional group meetings to stay abreast of new trends, innovations, and procedures in plan checking and plan review; research emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to meet city needs. Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect city operations; implements policy and procedural changes after approval. Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Experience:

·        Two (2) years of building plan review experience consistent with the requirements of this job description with another jurisdiction or consulting firm/agency, one (1) year of which was as a certified Plans Examiner are required; or,

·        Two years (2) years of experience performing plan review duties.

Education: Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade is required. Related college coursework is highly desirable.

LICENSEAND/OR CERTIFICATE:

·        Possession of a valid Class C Nevada Driver's License is required.

·        Possession of a valid International Code Council (ICC)Residential Plans Examiner Certificate is required.

·        Possession of a valid International Code Council (ICC)Commercial Plans Examiner Certificate is required.

·        Possession of a valid International Code Council (ICC)Building Plans Examiner Certificate is required within 6 months of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.

Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

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If you're interested in this position, please email your resume to resumes@farrwestengineering.com.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

·  Split time between field surveying as part of acrew, and office work including data processing and mapping.

o  Includes training and use of drone, optical andGPS equipment

o  Includes staking construction sites

o  Includes use of AutoCAD and other software

o  Includes property research

o  Assist in the maintenance of equipment

 Job knowledge, skills and abilities

·        Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.

·        Ability to learn survey instruments including GPS, total stations, levels, handheld calculators, and computer applications including AutoCAD, email, word processing, spread sheets and survey coordinate geometry software.

 Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Ability to cut brush using chain saw or machete; ability to dig with a shovel or digging bars; use of jack hammer and sledgehammer; ability to walk and hike through rough terrain, snow, and ice; periodically lift between 30 & 50 pounds; driving in stakes and rebar (monuments). May need to work at remote sites.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but on occasion, loud. Some travel will be required.

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Farr West Business Development Manager

Farr West’s dynamic business development and marketing team collaborates cross functionally within our company to initiate, establish, maintain, and grow long-term business relationships that personify our culture and core values. We are looking for a self-motivated candidate with equal parts creativity and productivity, big picture thinking, and attention to detail. As a business development manager, you will collaborate with the executive leadership, project staff, and office personnel to lead the marketing and business development efforts by creating tasks and processes to expand and implement growth strategies.

The ideal candidate desires a diverse job scope and possesses a high degree of initiative and follow-through to develop and implement a strategic vision for business development and marketing. Based in Reno, Nevada, this position gives you a place to grow and take your career to the next level. A remote work arrangement will be considered for a period of up to six months based on qualifications.

Primary Responsibilities:

·       Report to, and partner with, the Vice President of Corporate Strategy to develop the overall marketing strategy that supports corporate goals and objectives for growth

·       Develop a strategic vision and implementation plan

·       Create an internal business development team with client managers and execute all marketing and business development tasks

·       Orchestrate involvement in all relationship management including strategic alliances, industry organizations, and client/community events

·       Serve as an active member of the leadership team

·       Develop organization marketing/sales tracking processes and metrics and provide KPIs/reports to leadership team

·       Serve in a forward-facing role with clients including small to medium sized public utilities in Nevada and California

·       Oversee the recruitment, hiring, and management of all marketing and BD staff (1-4 staff)

 Position Requirements:

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, or other related field

·       6 or more years of relevant marketing and business development experience. Previous experience in the A/E/C industry is a plus

·       Ability to create and implement strategic plan that aligns with organizational goals

·       Ability to train and develop specific Business Development plans for technical Seller-Doers

·       Willing to travel, as needed (less than 30% of time)

Skills

·       Excellent English verbal and written communication and presentation skills

·       Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

·       Ability to work independently and be self-motivated

·       Experience working in a challenging, constantly evolving environment

Relocation costs will be provided by Farr West Engineering.

Annual Salary: $100,000 to $130,000 based on qualifications

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Farr West Engineering is currently seeking a self-motivated Senior Civil Engineer in our Reno, Nevada office. This is a growth position for a career-oriented person who is seeking an opportunity to work with one of the most reputable engineering firms in Nevada.  Farr West is a not only one of the largest and strongest utility engineering firms in Nevada, but we also offer one of the best work environments around. As you would expect, our employees are offered competitive salaries, a retirement plan, company sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional benefits, paid time off, professional development, flexible work hours, and more. However, where our company stands apart is in our attention to employee growth, opportunity, and challenging project tasks in a group atmosphere that is like no other. Our team is truly made up of some of the brightest, hard-working and just plain fun professionals around.

Our clients are some of the best in the business and we focus on maintaining superior relationships with every client so the work that we do is enjoyable for all parties involved. Farr West is dedicated to being the leading engineering firm in Nevada and northern California, while staying true to our core values of character, stewardship, and excellence. Our company embraces a culture of hard work, family, and play that keeps our employees happy, healthy, and loyal.

Key Responsibilities:

Duties will include team leadership on multiple projects, design, bidding, and construction management of public works projects involving water and wastewater facilities.  Duties may also include supervision and mentoring of other engineers.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or environmental engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• 10+ years of relevant experience in utility engineering, water, sewer and wastewater projects preferred.
• Applicants should have previous experience with designing community water and sewer systems, pump stations, and water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Experience with utility master planning and utility hydraulic modeling is also preferred.

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