ADA Accessibility Consultant

American Institute of Architects; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm is seeking an ADA / Accessibility Consultant to join their MidAtlantic team. This role involves managing client projects, conducting compliance inspections, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance accessibility services. Ideal candidates will have substantial ADA experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to universal design.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in ADA / Accessibility consulting.
• In-depth knowledge of accessibility-related design and construction regulations.
• Ability to perform on-site visual assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage client engagements across a variety of accessibility-focused projects.
• Conduct accessibility compliance inspections for residential, commercial, and government projects.
• Provide plan review services throughout the design process.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Project management

Accessibility compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Job Overview

Jensen Hughes is seeking an ADA / Accessibility Consultant specializing in the built environment to join our team in the MidAtlantic area including Maryland, Virginia, D.C. and surrounding areas. This position presents an excellent opportunity for professionals passionate about accessibility and universal design to contribute their expertise to a multidisciplinary engineering team and help expand our accessibility consulting services. The role is open to both in-office and hybrid work arrangements. We encourage experienced Accessibility Consultants, Architects, and Engineers to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage client engagements across a variety of accessibility-focused projects.
• Collaborate with in-house accessibility consultants, multidisciplinary engineers, and specialty consultants to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Conduct accessibility compliance inspections for residential, commercial, and government projects.
• Provide plan review services throughout the design process, from schematic design to construction documentation.
• Partner with building owners, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to support accessibility compliance and best practices.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including building client relationships and identifying new opportunities.
• Support and collaborate with the accessibility consulting team across multiple regions.
• Develop and deliver training sessions or educational presentations on accessibility topics for both internal teams and external clients.
• Work across diverse market sectors, including government, higher education, senior living, housing, public housing, technology, transient lodging, public rights-of-way, outdoor developed areas, and more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in ADA / Accessibility consulting.
• In-depth knowledge of accessibility-related design and construction regulations, including:
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Architectural Barriers Act (ABA)
• Fair Housing Act (FHA)
• International Building Code (IBC) and International Existing Building Code (IEBC)
• ICC A117.1, Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities
• State-specific building codes and accessibility standards.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex accessibility requirements clearly.
• Ability to self-manage projects while effectively collaborating with diverse teams.
• Willingness to travel (~15%) for client meetings, site assessments, and project collaboration.
• Ability to perform on-site visual assessments, including tasks that may involve climbing steps, bending, walking, and standing for extended periods.
• Preferred certifications:
• APAC-BE (Accessibility Professional Accreditation Certification for the Built Environment)
• ICC-certified Accessibility Inspector and Plans Examiner
• Other state-recognized accessibility certifications