Hybrid Architectural Plan Reviewer, Code Inspector

at Chinook Systems Inc.

• Job title: Architectural Plan Reviewer, Code Inspector
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Arlington, United States

About the role

• Architectural Plan Reviewer for government projects ensuring compliance with construction codes and standards. Engaging in comprehensive reviews, inspections, and detailed documentation of architectural and accessibility standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive code enforcement reviews, inspections, and plan reviews for architectural and accessibility compliance
• Review construction feasibility and code compliance, provide comments, and ensure sustainability and reliability
• Address complaints, violations, disputes, and maintain accurate records of code violations and actions taken
• Document all deficiencies and prepare detailed reports of observations and enforcement actions with associated code references
• Maintain a record of observed deficiencies and actions taken and provide weekly briefings on status
• Interpret, explain, and enforce provisions of the construction codes, standards, and regulations to clients, contractors, architects, and engineers
• Conduct pre-construction site walks to identify architectural and accessibility issues during scope development and document findings
• Perform as-built / redline document reviews to verify changes and ensure accuracy
• Assist in code development and implementation and provide technical advice to ensure building projects comply with the necessary codes
• Prepare estimates of extra work as applicable and prepare related sketches and documentation as required
• Witness and document code compliance tests for various systems
• Identify and record any non-compliance issues during testing
• Coordinate with other inspectors, code enforcement officials, contractors, and participate in necessary meetings
• Travel to facilities for meetings, site walks, inspections, and commissioning activities
• Provide design support, investigate accessibility complaints, and support accessibility task forces under the direction of the government’s Building Code Official (BCO)
• Develop creative and innovative solutions to achieve goals and anticipate client needs
• Support government construction projects through diligent and proactive service delivery

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or architectural engineering from an NAAB or ABET-accredited university or college
• At least 10 years of experience with the International Building Code and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) / Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) accessibility standards
• At least 5 years of experience managing people
• Extensive experience conducting architectural plans reviews, including accessibility-related reviews
• Comprehensive knowledge of various codes and standards, including ICC I-codes, NFPA codes, ABA Accessibility Standards, ASHRAE Standards, ASME Standards, and ANSI Standards
• Proficiency in the use of technology, including construction project management software and mobile devices
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, MS Project, PowerPoint)
• Valid State Issued Driver's License and the ability to travel to various work sites
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain up to a Top Secret clearance.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements