Plan Reviewer

Institute for Building Technology and Safety•Ashburn, VA

15h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Plan Reviewer analyzes residential construction drawings, specifications, and documentation to ensure compliance with applicable building codes, with primary emphasis on the Federal Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards (HUD Code). This position may also require the code compliance evaluation of residential and commercial construction projects. The successful candidate must demonstrate a high level of organization, self-motivation, and strong interpersonal skills. Additionally, the candidate must possess the ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, regulatory agencies, and the public while demonstrating integrity and sound judgment. The position requires proficiency in problem-solving and conflict resolution with minimal supervision, as well as excellence in communication, continuous learning, dependability, flexibility, leadership, planning and organization, reasoning and problem-solving, and teamwork. This position requires up to two weekly presences in the Ashburn, VA headquarters.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in residential construction or factory-built housing (preferred), including knowledge of energy code regulations and compliance requirements, familiarity with all major building trades (framing, electrical, plumbing HVAC, etc.), understanding of quality assurance and quality control systems, and experience with building inspections and code enforcement.
International Code Council Residential Plans Examiner certification or demonstrated ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of employment
Comprehensive understanding of building codes and Federal Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with thorough attention to detail
Ability to efficiently read and interpret complex plans, specifications, and blueprints
Technical expertise and thoroughness in plan review processes
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with internal and external stakeholders
Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines efficiently
Capability to manage dynamic and unpredictable workloads while adapting to changing priorities
Ability to collaborate effectively as a team member and engage with all organizational levels
Strong initiative and independence in carrying out responsibilities with minimal supervision
Skilled in managing and resolving conflicts and disputes in a professional and constructive manner
Continuous improvement mindset with commitment to learning and applying new strategies for professional growth
Cultural competence with ability to respect and value diverse backgrounds and perspectives in the workplace

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive analyses of architectural, structural, mechanical, thermal, electrical, energy, plumbing, and fire safety designs to ensure compliance with Federal Standards and Regulations governing manufactured housing
Demonstrate an understanding of the standards referenced in the HUD Code such as National Fire Protection Association and American National Standards Institute
Generate independent calculations, manually or other means, to verify the adequacy of performance-based design elements
Collaborate with team members and colleagues to coordinate assignments, verify the accuracy of findings, and recommend corrective actions
Research new and innovative design concepts or products and provide technical guidance to ensure compliance with applicable standards and quality requirements
Provide technical guidance on manufactured home design and construction, and communicate findings through the internal design review process and external presentations
Conduct professional development training to maintain current knowledge of standards, codes, and best practices and develop engaging content to enhance the skills and performance of colleagues and other in-house professionals
Perform periodic quality control reviews of peer assignments and contract deliverables
Support the maintenance of designs and records associated with plan review activities
Assist in tracking assignments and gathering data to support status and performance reporting