Code Development Specialist: Technical Writing & PM

International Code Council; Country Club Hills (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

The International Code Council is seeking a highly skilled professional to support the development, publication, and interpretation of model codes and standards. This role requires technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality code content.

You will work with committees, produce formal code opinions, and use ICC publication tools such as cdpACCESS and CCT to manage edits and publications in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/architecture/construction management or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in code development, technical writing, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of ICC codes and standards development processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
• Experience working with technical committees and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in ICC tools such as cdpACCESS and CCT is highly desirable.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage workload to meet publication deadlines, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of technical content.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the codes and standards development process, including code structure and procedural requirements.
• Work closely with external authors, subject matter experts, and other promulgators to direct, gather, review, and integrate technical content into cohesive work products.
• Serve as an alternate staff liaison for the Code Action Committee (CAC) and Code Development Committee (CDC).
• Author formal code opinions, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with organizational standards and policies.
• Learn ICC publication software applications such as cdpACCESS and the Code Correlation Tool (CCT) to manage and process code changes and publications.
• Undertake specialized assignments contributing to strategic initiatives and organizational goals.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Technical writing

Stakeholder collaboration

Code development

Communication skills

Deadline driven

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/architecture/construction management or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

cdpACCESS

Code Correlation Tool (CCT)

Job description

The International Code Council is seeking a highly skilled professional to support the development, publication, and interpretation of model codes and standards. This role requires technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality code content.

You will work with committees, produce formal code opinions, and use ICC publication tools such as cdpACCESS and CCT to manage edits and publications in a