Who is Chinook? Founded in 2002, Chinook Systems, Inc. is an inter-disciplinary commissioning, cybersecurity, engineering, design/build and maintenance and services firm committed to delivering lifecycle facility solutions. With a focus on mission critical infrastructure, we perform on both new construction and existing building projects. Chinook has strong technology capabilities including 2D design and 3D modeling, construction management, and computerized maintenance management (CMMS). We have cybersecure proprietary commissioning technology, Quicx that holds an Authority to Operate (ATO). The Work: As an Architectural Plan Reviewer and Code Inspector, for our government-aligned team, you will be primarily focused on performing code enforcement reviews and inspections. In this role you will demonstrate your expertise in interpreting and enforcing construction codes, standards, and regulations specific to government construction projects. In this role, you will support Chinook's clients by providing plan review and code inspection services for both new and existing construction efforts across multiple concurrent projects. Key Responsibilities: + Conduct comprehensive code enforcement reviews, inspections, and plan reviews for architectural and accessibility compliance. + Review construction feasibility and code compliance, provide comments, and ensure sustainability and reliability. + Address complaints, violations, disputes, and maintain accurate records of code violations and actions taken. + Document all deficiencies and prepare detailed reports of observations and enforcement actions with associated code references. + Maintain a record of observed deficiencies and actions taken and provide weekly briefings on status. + Interpret, explain, and enforce provisions of the construction codes, standards, and regulations to clients, contractors, architects, and engineers. + Collaborate with internal and external team members to ensure project success. + Conduct pre-construction site walks to identify architectural and accessibility issues during scope development and document findings. + Perform as-built / redline document reviews to verify changes and ensure accuracy. + Assist in code development, and implementation, and provide technical advice to ensure building projects comply with the necessary codes. + Identify potential extra work issues and keep the client and management advised of issues. + Prepare estimates of extra work as applicable and prepare related sketches and documentation as required. + Witness and document code compliance tests for various systems. Identify and record any non-compliance issues during testing. + Actively participate in process and procedure development, company meetings, and training seminars. + Oversee assigned staff and ensure the application of company policies. + Stay updated with building codes, construction techniques, and government regulations. + Coordinate with other inspectors, code enforcement officials, contractors, and participate in necessary meetings. + Travel to facilities for meetings, site walks, inspections, and commissioning activities. + Provide design support, investigate accessibility complaints, and support accessibility task forces under the direction of the government's Building Code Official (BCO). + Utilize your strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. + Maintain a high sense of urgency with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team while providing multi‐discipline coordination. + Develop creative and innovative solutions to achieve goals and anticipate client needs. + Demonstrate your excellent English written and verbal communication skills and ability to interpret and explain complex information effectively, with engineers, contractors, facility and owner staff via all channels of communication. + Utilize governmental project submittal/review systems for documentation. + Attend company meetings, training seminars, and other company and client functions. + Work with senior leadership to grow our architectural practice. + Support government construction projects through diligent and proactive service delivery. + Handle stressful situations, work in a team environment, multi-task, and meet tight deadlines. + Chinook has built a reputation for excellence in our industry. The Architectural Plan Reviewer and Code Inspector will uphold this tradition by being diligent, proactive, solution(s)-oriented, and a facilitator of success for all team members. Minimum Qualifications: + Must have a Bachelor's degree in architecture or architectural engineering from an NAAB or ABET-accredited university or college and at least 10 years of experience with the International Building Code and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) / Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) accessibility standards. + Must have at least 5 years of experience managing people. + Requires extensive experience conducting architectural plans reviews, including accessibility-related reviews. + Must have strong knowledge of various codes and standards, including ICC I-codes, NFPA codes, ABA Accessibility Standards, ASHRAE Standards, ASME Standards, and ANSI Standards. 5 years of experience with the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and the Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) is preferred. + Must have a track record of client satisfaction in mission-critical facilities and a passion for analyzing, troubleshooting, optimizing, and upgrading integrated systems in aging facilities and campus environments. + Requires proficiency in the use of technology, including construction project management software and mobile devices. + Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of software is required. + Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to travel to various construction sites. Citizenship/Clearance Requirements: + Applicants for employment must be U.S. Citizens and must be able to obtain and maintain up to a Top Secret clearance due to our customer requirements and the nature of the work that we do. Preferred Qualifications: + Active Secret Security Clearance. + Expertise in building envelope design and construction requirements. + Experience with Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) construction and the associated ICD/ICS 705 technical specifications. + Experience with Construction Quality Management. + Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) license, NCARB registration. Physical Considerations: + Must be able to walk construction sites with uneven surfaces, carry up to 25 lbs., climb stairs and ladders, and work both indoors and outdoors in severe weather conditions, and in dust generating environments. + Must be able to crawl to get to wherever a problem is so that you can see it for yourself. + Applicants must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Chinook Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against anyone because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, or sexual orientation. Chinook is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.