Building Accessibility Consultancy

Shareq; Mission (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Shareq, based in Mission, KS, is seeking an experienced architect or civil professional with Business Accessibility expertise to work as a consultant. You will conduct accessibility checks on companies, assess current accessibility status, and oversee improvement projects to create inclusive environments.

The role requires strong communication with stakeholders, knowledge of WCAG standards, and the ability to drive practical changes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience as a Building Accessibility specialist or similar.
• Proficient in conducting accessibility checks across physical spaces and advising improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in Arabic and English.
• Familiarity with WCAG guidelines and relevant accessibility regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive accessibility checks on physical spaces, digital platforms, and practices.
• Provide detailed feedback and recommendations to improve accessibility.
• Stay updated on accessibility guidelines and best practices.
• Liaise with business owners, managers, and employees to promote inclusivity.
• Prepare reports outlining findings, recommendations, and progress.

Skills

Accessibility checks

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

WCAG knowledge

Bilingual Arabic/English

Job description

The Building Accessibility consultant will perform accessibility checks on companies, providing valuable feedback and overseeing accessibility improvement initiatives. Their role will involve evaluating businesses' accessibility features, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards, and offering guidance for creating inclusive environments.

Summary

shareQ is looking for an experienced Architect or Civil with expertise in Business Accessibility to serve as a consultant. Your primary responsibilities will include conducting accessibility checks on companies, providing feedback on their current accessibility status, and overseeing accessibility improvement projects. By leveraging your knowledge and skills, you will contribute to fostering inclusive and accessible environments for all.

Responsibilities and main duties:

• Perform comprehensive accessibility checks on companies, evaluating their physical spaces, digital platforms, and practices.
• Provide detailed feedback and recommendations on areas of improvement to enhance accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
• Stay updated on the latest accessibility guidelines, standards, and best practices, and apply this knowledge to assessments and recommendations.
• Liaise with stakeholders, including business owners, managers, and employees, to raise awareness and promote a culture of inclusivity and accessibility.
• Prepare reports outlining the accessibility findings, recommendations, and progress for approval and documentation purposes.

Job qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience as a Building Accessibility specialist or a similar relevant position.
• Proficiency in conducting accessibility checks, both for physical spaces, and providing recommendations for improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English languages, enabling effective communication with businesses and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with accessibility guidelines, standards (such as WCAG), and relevant regulations.
• Understanding of diverse disabilities and their impact on accessibility requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Mission-driven and social spirit.
• Leadership skills: Taking initiative and problem-solving.
• Stress tolerance: Ability to work under pressure.
• Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time management.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.