Building Code Review Structural Engineer
Building Code Review Structural Engineer
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Job Description
Licensed Professional Structural or Civil Engineer to perform interdisciplinary reviews of plans and documents for large multifaceted structures at a nationally recognized research university. Complex engineering and constructability analysis related to work covered by the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and its referenced standards ASCE 7 and other related structural design standards other referenced standards Virginia Statewide Fire Code and VA Tech Design Standards for new construction renovations and repairs of educational commercial industrial one and two family dwellings and other structures to assure compliance with the code and related regulations prior to permit issuance. Also conducts interdisciplinary inspections throughout all phases of construction to verify compliance with codes and related regulations during construction. Evaluate proposed alternative designs to determine whether equivalent measures are provided. Analysis and decisions require engineering and constructability expertise as they affect life safety. The work shall be performed in a complex and fast-paced setting requiring professional expertise attention to details and client assistance. Other related duties as required under the supervision of the University Building Official.
Required Qualifications
- Degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering.
- Licensed Professional Engineer as defined by the Code of Virginia and required by the Universitys management agreement with the Commonwealth of Virginia; OR the ability to obtain within one year.
- Must have or be capable of acquiring VA DHCD certification in the Virginia Code Core Academy commercial plans examiner and commercial building inspector within 18 months of employment.
- Must have or be capable of acquiring VA DHCD certification in one or more commercial trade inspector classifications within 36 months of employment.
- Strong working knowledge of the application of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Codes (Accessibility Fire Protection Electrical etc.) and related standards.
- Must have experience in complex calculations and evaluations of structural systems engineering/architectural principles and practices of design construction and inspection processes for large and small projects.
- Must have the ability to resolve issues in an amicable manner and promote a team approach to problem solving. Organizational skills to work in a fast paced and multitasking environment with variable priorities in required.
- Must be able to travel to and from work sites and perform on-site inspections. Site inspections require bending climbing pushing/pulling reaching lifting standing walking and moving and handling up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to maneuver in small spaces and walk and perform work tasks on uneven surfaces.
Preferred Qualifications
- VA DHCD Certified Building Official.
- Advanced degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering
- Specialization in structural design
Pay Band
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Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Up to $120000 - commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40
Review Date
August 29 2025
Additional Information
Unable to sponsor work visas.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch centers.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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Employment Type
Full Time
