Darin MacGillivray
Bellingham
Summary
Experienced Senior Plans Examiner who draws on years of experience in outdoor education leadership, as a local general contractor with practiced skills in many aspects of residential and commercial construction and father of four.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plans Examiner
City of Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, WA
03.2017 - Current
- Review and approve building plans for compliance with national, state and local codes and regulations.
- Educate developers on code requirements for complex projects, preventing costly mistakes during construction.
- Provide technical guidance to architects, engineers, and developers during project design phases.
- Implement training sessions for new hires in the Plans Examiner role, sharing best practices and ensuring consistent application of department standards.
- Played an instrumental role in the disaster response effort following the Terminal Building fire. Ensured safe and efficient removal of the damaged structure.
Contractor
Sound Woodworks / Self Employed
Bellingham, WA
01.2008 - 03.2015
- Advertised to attract customers. Performed detailed cost estimates and developed contracts.
- Managed project timelines to ensure timely completion of construction projects.
- Developed strong client relationships, resulting in repeat business through high quality work and adherence to budget.
- Drew plans and submitted for permitting and inspections.
- Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
Outdoor Educator / Adventure Guide
Various
Southwest U.S., New England, Alaska
09.1992 - 12.2004
- Facilitated team-building exercises that enhanced group dynamics and collaboration skills.
- Nurtured emotional development of students through the establishment of a positive atmosphere encouraging personal responsibility and dialogue.
- Facilitated development of strong leadership skills among students by guiding through challenges that fostered teamwork, problem-solving, and personal growth.
- Crafted memorable educational experiences through experiential learning models, enhancing students' understanding and appreciation of natural environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
Prescott College
Prescott, AZ05-2000
Skills
- Advanced and abundant training in the implementation of building codes
- Ability to communicate complex code requirements to the public and coworkers
- Train and manage workload of Plans Examiners
- Collaborate with multiple departments as a team of reviewers to provide consistent expectations to applicants
Certification
ICC Residential Plans Examiner
ICC Residential Inspector
ICC Commercial Plans Examiner
ICC Plumbing Plans Examiner
ICC Commercial Inspector (at time of hire)
Timeline
Plans Examiner
City of Bellingham, Washington
03.2017 - Current
Contractor
Sound Woodworks / Self Employed
01.2008 - 03.2015
Outdoor Educator / Adventure Guide
Various
09.1992 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
Prescott College