State Review Energy ArchitectEngineer EE050

Pay Band:6

Agency: Department of General Services(DGS)

Location:Richmond VA

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Recruitment Type:General Public G

The Division of Engineering & Buildings (DEB) is seeking a qualified Professional Engineer or Registered Architect to serve as a State Review Energy Architect/Engineer.Under the general supervision of the Director of Engineering & Code Compliance this Review Engineer will leverage extensive knowledge of building and building system designs and construction practices for a variety of facility types and sizes in order to inspect construction and evaluate building construction plans and specifications. The Review Engineer ensures building code compliance best practices for design development construction detailing and the proper use of public funds are addressed through reviews comments and collaboration in meetings.

DEBs Architectural & Engineering staff members are the highest-level building-related architects and engineers (A/Es) in the State System. They act on behalf of the State Building Official for all buildings on state property and review and direct the work of A/Es at state agencies and the work of private sector licensed A/Es providing services on state projects. They have the responsibility and authority to exercise their professional judgment to direct changes to the work.

This Review Engineer is responsible for providing professional and technical expertise to assure that the applicable Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC) codes Construction & Professional Services Manual (CPSM) technical policies and practices and other relevant statutes are correctly applied and coordinated for the design of state-owned buildings and structures. Unique alternative technical design solutions are researched evaluated and accepted or rejected.

They also ensure that state Capital Outlay facilities/projects conform to good construction practices are economical solutions to program requirements conform to Virginia Public Procurement Act standards conform to the CPSM design standards and are within the project description authorized by the Governor and the Legislature.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Reviewing and directing corrections necessary for plans and specifications to conform to the VUSBC and CPSM.
• Creating technical reports and recommendations on the proper application of codes and standards and effectively present that information orally and in writing to management clients and other upper-level professionals managers and administrators.
• Consulting with other DEB reviewers to determine correct applications of ambiguous code and standard requirements to assure consistent and uniform guidance to designers.
• Participate in building inspections.
• Provide technical assistance to Agencies their A/E designers and representatives from A/E firms.

This position is located in Richmond Virginia and eligible for a hybrid telework schedule (telework up to 2 days/week)after the completion of a Telework Agreement.

Weve got great benefits!

DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing pre-tax spending accounts paid life insurance paid Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits paid holidays vacation and other leave benefits wellness programs and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. Additionally supplemental bus passes ride share or parking are available and DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Minimum Requirements

• Professional Engineer or Registered Architect licensed in Virginia (or the ability to be licensed in Virginia within one year of employment).
• Valid Virginia drivers license (or able to obtain VA license within 60 days of employment).
• International Code Council certification as a Commercial Green Construction Professional (or able to attain the certification within one year of employment).
• Substantial experience in building code program and functional analyses and in the preparation of plans and specifications for a variety of facility types and sizes including the application of ASHRAE standards and other regulatory standards to design development and construction practices for medium and large new construction renovations and additions.
• Substantial experience inspecting construction in progress.
• Ability to research and analyze policy and requirements and develop alternative solutions to problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing including creating and presenting written reports and analyses for all levels of professionals managers and administrators.
• Ability to independently prioritize and schedule normal workload and special deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills and personal discipline including strong interdisciplinary coordination skills and the ability to conduct interactions with work associates and clients in a professional fair and cooperative manner.
• Ability to use word processors spreadsheets and electronic document review software (ex: BlueBeam Adobe) to review and produce written comments and reports.

This position requires on-site inspections; candidate must have ability to walk bend stoop kneel squat and lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.

The selected candidate must also pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check and a DMV driving records check.

Additional Considerations

• Considerable knowledge and experience with Commonwealth of Virginia building regulations and policies including the CPSM VUSBC Virginia Existing Building Code Virginia Energy Conservation Code and Virginia High Performance Buildings Act.
• Knowledge with the Virginia Public Procurement Act.
• Experience with BlueBeam.

Special Instructions

The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. Please be sure that all of your relevant qualifications and considerations are specifically addressed in your submitted application.

Online applications should be submitted via .

Fax e-mail or mail applications will not be accepted. For assistance or computer access please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office or .

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application has been successfully submitted. Applications will continue to be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received but this position may be closed at any time after February 11 2026.Please refer to the Your Application page in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at for assistance.

Visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. DGS will record information from each new employees Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check and a DMV driving records check.

The selected candidate will also be required to obtain the following licenses and certifications within one year of hire date if they do not already have them:

• Virginia Professional Engineer or Registered Architect license; and
• International Code Council certification as a Commercial Green Construction Professional.

Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights.

The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer and a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified employer. Individuals from minoritized groups individuals with disabilities veterans and individuals with AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found atAHP Letteror by calling DARS at .

Note:Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: DGS Human Resources

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