Codes and Compliance Manager

Tampa, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Innovative Chemical Products Group (ICP Group) is a leading formulator and manufacturer of specialty coatings adhesives and sealants serving the construction and industrial end markets. ICP Group is comprised of leading brands known for innovation quality and performance. Founded in 2015 and supported by a lean corporate team ICP Group has scaled rapidly through organic and acquisition growth into one of the largest coatings adhesives and sealants companies in North America. ICP Group is headquartered in Andover MA and has manufacturing and distribution sites throughout North America Latin America UK Europe and the Asia Pacific region.

ICP Group is seeking a Codes and Compliance Manager to join our team. The Codes and Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring ICP Group roofing products and systems comply with applicable building codes standards and regulatory requirements. This role manages all aspects of roof system testing certification and approvals ensuring systems are designed constructed tested documented and maintained in accordance with current building codes and company specifications.

The Codes and Compliance Manager will serve as the technical authority on roofing codes and approvals monitors regulatory changes advises leadership on compliance strategies and works cross-functionally with Product Management R&D Quality Manufacturing Sales and external agencies to maintain and expand ICP Groups product certifications and market access.

The ideal candidate will reside in the Tampa FL area but for the right candidate we will consider remote.

In this role you will be responsible for the following:

Codes Testing & Compliance Management

Manage the full codes and approvals testing program including:
- Evaluation and selection of third-party test agencies
- Oversight of roof system assembly and construction at test facilities
- Ensuring correct testing methodologies and standards are followed
- Analysis and interpretation of test results
- Development of corrective action and resolution strategies for failed tests
Facilitate coordinate witness and document all certification and compliance testing.
Implement corrective plans for failed or non-conforming tests based on detailed observation and analysis.
Conduct and manage in-house testing programs including:
- Construction of test decks
- Organization of materials
- Testing of ICP and competitive products for compatibility and performance
- Preparation of detailed technical reports for analysis and review
Maintain all testing records reports and certifications for audit readiness and future reference.

Regulatory Monitoring & Code Expertise

Monitor and study existing and emerging legislation building codes and standards.
Advise management on required actions including additional testing product revisions or documentation updates to ensure compliance.
Maintain and track all existing code listings approvals renewals and revisions to ensure continued compliance.
Ensure installation guidelines and approvals remain current and aligned with code requirements.
Provide ongoing updates to internal stakeholders on changes to roofing codes particularly:
- Florida Building Code (FBC)
- Miami-Dade
- UL (fire testing)
- FM (Factory Mutual)
- Texas Department of Insurance (TDI)
- IBC (International Building Code)
- IRC (International Residential Code)
- IAPMO (including RTA-1 for one-component roofing systems)

Technical Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Provide technical and code expertise for low-slope and steep-slope roofing systems.
Act as a liaison between technical staff field application teams code enforcement officials and testing agencies.
Work closely with Product Management and R&D to:
- Develop and execute code compliance and product certification strategies
- Support product development with code research testing direction and system design guidance
Coordinate with Quality and Manufacturing teams to resolve non-conforming product issues.
Coordinate with site-specific quality control teams to support and facilitate third-party audits.
Ensure product certifications approvals and logos are accurately reflected on customer-facing materials including labels and Technical Data Sheets (TDS).

External Representation & Industry Engagement

Represent ICP Group at:
- International Code Council (ICC)
- Trade organizations
- Certification and test facilities
Attend code meetings seminars and industry association events to remain current on code changes and testing requirements.
Build and maintain relationships with local state national and international code bodies to support approvals and certifications.
Support and participate in roofing organizations industry committees and technical boards to strengthen product support in key markets.

Sales & Market Support

Provide expert consultation and technical guidance to the sales organization regarding:
- Product approvals and certifications
- Code compliance
- Application requirements
- System design and technical performance
Conduct meetings with building officials inspectors municipalities architects consultants and contractors on code and technical aspects of ICP products.
Provide calculations specifications and system designs to project stakeholders as needed.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management Architecture Materials Science or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
7 years of experience in roofing systems building codes product compliance or certifications.
Strong working knowledge of Low-slope and steep-slope roofing systems and FBC Miami-Dade UL FM TDI IBC IRC and IAPMO requirements.
Experience managing third-party testing and certification programs.
Ability to interpret building codes standards and test results.
Strong project management documentation and communication skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced growth-oriented organization.
ICC certification(s) or similar professional credentials preferred.
Experience working directly with test labs certification bodies and code authorities preferred.
Experience supporting audits and regulatory inspections preferred.
Knowledge of coatings adhesives and sealants in roofing applications preferred.
Ability to travel to test facilities manufacturing sites industry meetings and job sites as needed.
Ability to inspect test assemblies and witness testing activities.

ICP Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race sex color national origin age disability veteran status genetic data or religion or other legally protected status.

Required Experience:

Manager

Manage the full codes and approvals testing program including:
- Evaluation and selection of third-party test agencies
- Oversight of roof system assembly and construction at test facilities
- Ensuring correct testing methodologies and standards are followed
- Analysis and interpretation of test results
- Development of corrective action and resolution strategies for failed tests
Facilitate coordinate witness and document all certification and compliance testing.
Implement corrective plans for failed or non-conforming tests based on detailed observation and analysis.
Conduct and manage in-house testing programs including:
- Construction of test decks
- Organization of materials
- Testing of ICP and competitive products for compatibility and performance
- Preparation of detailed technical reports for analysis and review
Maintain all testing records reports and certifications for audit readiness and future reference.

Regulatory Monitoring & Code Expertise

Monitor and study existing and emerging legislation building codes and standards.
Advise management on required actions including additional testing product revisions or documentation updates to ensure compliance.
Maintain and track all existing code listings approvals renewals and revisions to ensure continued compliance.
Ensure installation guidelines and approvals remain current and aligned with code requirements.
Provide ongoing updates to internal stakeholders on changes to roofing codes particularly:
- Florida Building Code (FBC)
- Miami-Dade
- UL (fire testing)
- FM (Factory Mutual)
- Texas Department of Insurance (TDI)
- IBC (International Building Code)
- IRC (International Residential Code)
- IAPMO (including RTA-1 for one-component roofing systems)

Technical Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Provide technical and code expertise for low-slope and steep-slope roofing systems.
Act as a liaison between technical staff field application teams code enforcement officials and testing agencies.
Work closely with Product Management and R&D to:
- Develop and execute code compliance and product certification strategies
- Support product development with code research testing direction and system design guidance
Coordinate with Quality and Manufacturing teams to resolve non-conforming product issues.
Coordinate with site-specific quality control teams to support and facilitate third-party audits.
Ensure product certifications approvals and logos are accurately reflected on customer-facing materials including labels and Technical Data Sheets (TDS).

External Representation & Industry Engagement

Represent ICP Group at:
- International Code Council (ICC)
- Trade organizations
- Certification and test facilities
Attend code meetings seminars and industry association events to remain current on code changes and testing requirements.
Build and maintain relationships with local state national and international code bodies to support approvals and certifications.
Support and participate in roofing organizations industry committees and technical boards to strengthen product support in key markets.

Sales & Market Support

Provide expert consultation and technical guidance to the sales organization regarding:
- Product approvals and certifications
- Code compliance
- Application requirements
- System design and technical performance
Conduct meetings with building officials inspectors municipalities architects consultants and contractors on code and technical aspects of ICP products.
Provide calculations specifications and system designs to project stakeholders as needed.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management Architecture Materials Science or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
7 years of experience in roofing systems building codes product compliance or certifications.
Strong working knowledge of Low-slope and steep-slope roofing systems and FBC Miami-Dade UL FM TDI IBC IRC and IAPMO requirements.
Experience managing third-party testing and certification programs.
Ability to interpret building codes standards and test results.
Strong project management documentation and communication skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced growth-oriented organization.
ICC certification(s) or similar professional credentials preferred.
Experience working directly with test labs certification bodies and code authorities preferred.
Experience supporting audits and regulatory inspections preferred.
Knowledge of coatings adhesives and sealants in roofing applications preferred.
Ability to travel to test facilities manufacturing sites industry meetings and job sites as needed.
Ability to inspect test assemblies and witness testing activities.