Senior/Principal Code Consultant

About the role

At Rimkus, our Built Environment Solutions team operates on a global scale with the advantage of local expertise. Our licensed engineers, architects, and technical specialists bring deep knowledge of regional requirements and industry best practices, enabling us to deliver customized, high-quality solutions that maximize the success of our clients' investments. With a comprehensive portfolio that spans nearly every engineering and architectural discipline, we help organizations plan, build, and manage assets with confidence. What sets us apart is our forward-thinking approach. We integrate carbon footprint reduction, resiliency, maintainability, and long-term sustainability into everything we do helping clients not just meet today's needs but prepare for tomorrow's challenges. From design and pre-construction through construction, closeout, and ongoing operations, we provide tailored support at every stage. By identifying potential issues before they arise, we mitigate risks, extend asset life, and reduce costly unplanned repairs. Whether an asset is newly constructed, leased, or purchased, our innovative solutions empower clients to operate more efficiently and sustainably. Joining Rimkus means being part of a team that's shaping the future of the built environment-one smart, resilient solution at a time. Overview- Building codes are a vital component of modern building design and construction. Compliance with the codes ensures the health and safety of building occupants. The code consultant role provides professional consultation with clients on building, fire, plumbing, energy, and accessibility codes to support the client's needs on construction and building engineering projects. Essential Job Functions Provide code-related consulting services to clients in the architectural, real estate investment & management, and building engineering industries. Consulting services include; but are not limited too; providing code analysis and interpretation via email, phone call, and in-person or remote meetings; drafting memos to address code issues; meeting with local officials and fire departments on the client's behalf; and supporting the in-house engineering and design teams. Perform design reviews of proposed projects including plan review for egress, life safety, fire safety, accessibility, and plumbing; draft reports outlining applicable code requirements and analyzing whether the proposed project meets the requirements; and perform zoning reviews of proposed projects. Perform on-site building surveys to assess code compliance with respect to building, fire, accessibility, or plumbing codes. Draft survey reports outlining the findings of the survey and suggested remediation of non-compliant conditions. Collaborate with project teams to design solutions to challenges in building design and construction where strict code compliance is not possible (Compliance Alternatives). Prepare and submit code variance requests to state-level boards as needed. Prepare life safety architectural drawings using AutoCAD. Perform surveys of existing fire protection systems. Draft reports outlining findings and assess issues and remaining useful life. Perform reviews of the storage and use of hazardous materials in various industries. Draft reports summarizing the risks and risk mitigation strategies being used. Prepare design solutions such as fire modeling, egress modeling, and structural fire-resistance analyses. Education and Certifications Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Engineering is required. Master's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering is preferred. Familiarity with ICC and NFPA codes is required. Background in Architecture, Construction, and Fire Protection is preferred. Minimum of 10 years experience in the architecture, construction, or building engineering industries. A more senior consultant would be considered for this role. Required Skills and Abilities Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is a must. Must possess excellent verbal communication skills and technical writing abilities. Must be outgoing and able to professionally interact with staff, clients and building owners. Must be able to perform under pressure and meet deadlines. Must always respect clients and co-workers, ability to present clearly and articulately to a wide range of audiences. Must have high level of analytical skills. Work requires continual attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including but not limited to, Microsoft Office applications and computer-assisted engineering and design software. Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical reports or journals, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to write scopes-of-work, budget estimates, schedules, reports of findings, proposals, general correspondence, and other technical documents. Ability to r

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