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Description

Company Summary: The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes, standards, and building safety solutions. This includes product evaluation, accreditation, technology, training, and certification. ICC Codes, Standards, and solutions are used to ensure safe, affordable, and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide. While our roots are firmly planted in the development of the Codes and Standards, our growth allows us to offer many more services to support our Codes and Standards. 

ICC NTA provides product testing, evaluation, and certification to ensure build-related products, systems, and materials are safe and compliant. This includes plan review, inspection, and HUD services. 

Position Summary: Provide plan review services in accordance with the modular State program or the Local Authority having Jurisdiction, AHJ where State programs do not exist, supporting the needs of our manufacturing clients and design professionals. Reviews may include Building, Egress, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire and several specialty reviews. ICC NTA's Modular Account Managers, MAMs are leaders in the industry providing detailed opinions on building designs as they relate to the applicable codes and programs. The ICC NTA MAM team has a national footprint and works with all State and local codes as required

Essential Functions:

• Conduct code and program related reviews of design packages and/or manuals within the prescribed expectations of the program and department.
• When required provide clarification to clients and in a timely manner review responses to design package and/or manuals from the clients.
• Participate in the department peer review program as required.
• Complete and maintain ICC and State required credentialing as determined essential for the position.
• Address general inquiries from clients as directed and in keeping with department time professionalism expectations.
• Follow up as required on all in-plant state audits to ensure compliance and prepare response for cited item(s). Address inquiries from the Inspection Staff, manufacturers, and general clients regarding questions on approved designs, supporting documentation, and code related issues.
• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and special assignments as directed.

Secondary Functions: 

• Recommend and help develop improved systems, policies, and procedures for the Modular Department.
• Establish and maintain excellent relations with the States and ensure we are respected as leaders and partners.
• Help ensure all applicable procedures are compliant with State requirements and are implemented and consistently followed in the execution of inspection and design review jobs/projects.
• Continually identify and pursue opportunities for process improvements within the Department and NTA.  Promote continuous improvement within the department.
• Help to maintain internal code reference guides, the synopsis, and assist in developing audit programs that will ensure: NTA's continuous ability to comply with all applicable regulatory and industry requirements and practices for plan review and inspection processes.
• Promote effective communication throughout the organization. Identify opportunities and recommend actions that will enhance communication among all employees.
• Assist in developing and submitting quotes and formal business proposals in response to client solicitations as requested.
• Assist with training of co-workers when appropriate.
• Perform other duties, responsibilities and special assignments as directed by the Plan Review Manager or their appointed representative.

Requirements

Essential Skills and Education/Experience:

• Preferred Education: A 4-year degree in Architectural, Engineering, Building Trades, or related.
• Completion of the ICC credentials for Building 1 and 2 or 3, Mechanical 1 and 2 or 3, Electrical 1 and 2 or 3, and Plumbing 1 and 2 or 3.
• Team members are expected to complete and maintain credentialling within 2 years of hire.
• A minimum of three years' experience in the building construction industry. (Design, on site construction, code compliance, etc.)
• Preference given to those with offsite construction experience; modular, panelized, component, etc.
• Preference will be given to those with plan review experience, specifically those with experience of plan review for offsite construction.

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer or desk 
• Occasional standing, walking, and reaching to access files or office supplies 
• Manual dexterity for typing, filing, and handling office equipment 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, documents) 
• Visual acuity to read printed and digital materials 
• Auditory ability to communicate effectively in person and over the phone 
• May need to climb stairs in multi-level office building 

Environmental Conditions:

• Indoor Office Environment
• Must be able to work in standard office environment with artificial lighting and climate control 

Disclaimer: 

This description is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The company reserves the right to change or add duties to this position as business needs require. 

International Code Council offers a competitive starting salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation and sick time, health/dental/vision insurance, 401k with generous company match immediately vested, company paid basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage. Additional voluntary benefit offerings are available such as critical illness insurance, flexible spending accounts, and pet insurance.

International Code Council provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, citizen status, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local employment laws or regulations in every location in which the company has facilities. #LI-Hybrid