Senior Architectural Code & Accessibility Reviewer

Jobtailor; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Arlington, VA is seeking a seasoned Code Enforcement and Architectural Compliance professional to lead architectural plan reviews, enforce building codes, and guide accessibility compliance across multiple projects.

The role requires extensive IBC/ADA knowledge, leadership in project teams, and the ability to travel to DC-area sites while working a hybrid schedule from the Arlington HQ.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or architectural engineering from NAAB/ABET-accredited school.
• At least 10 years of experience with the International Building Code and ADA/ABA standards.
• At least 5 years of experience managing people.
• Extensive experience with architectural plan reviews, including accessibility.
• Knowledge of ICC I-Codes, NFPA, ABA, ASHRAE, ASME, ANSI standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform code enforcement reviews, inspections, and architectural and accessibility plan reviews.
• Review construction feasibility and code compliance, provide comments, and ensure sustainability and reliability.
• Address complaints, violations, and disputes; maintain accurate records of code violations and actions taken.
• Document deficiencies and prepare detailed reports with observations, enforcement actions, and code references.
• Maintain deficiency records and provide weekly status briefings.
• Interpret, explain, and enforce construction codes, standards, and regulations for clients, contractors, architects, and engineers.
• Conduct pre-construction site walks to identify architectural and accessibility issues and document findings.
• Perform as-built/redline document reviews to verify changes and accuracy.
• Assist with code development and implementation and provide technical advice on building-project compliance.
• Witness and document code-compliance tests and record non-compliance issues.
• Provide design support, investigate accessibility complaints, and support accessibility task forces under the government's Building Code Official.
• Support clients across multiple concurrent new and existing construction projects.
• Work a hybrid schedule with regular Arlington HQ attendance, work from home, and travel to D.C. Metro Area client sites.

Skills

IBC Expertise

ADA/ABA Knowledge

Architectural Plan Reviews

Construction PM Software

Secret Clearance

Leadership Experience

Client Satisfaction

Education

NAAB/ABET Architecture Degree

Tools

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

MS Teams

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jobtailor in Arlington, VA is seeking a seasoned Code Enforcement and Architectural Compliance professional to lead architectural plan reviews, enforce building codes, and guide accessibility compliance across multiple projects.

The role requires extensive IBC/ADA knowledge, leadership in project teams, and the ability to travel to DC-area sites while working a hybrid schedule from the Arlington HQ.