Code Compliance Specialist

vTech can help you avoid the daunting task of writing and posting job offers, shifting through resumes and laboring through the lengthy interview process. Our Staffing solutions will allow you to elude those tasks and place topnotch, high-caliber professionals in the position you need to fill.

We use our expertise, knowledge, and global resources to deliver top-quality candidates and tailor our IT and Non-IT recruitment services to your needs. This allows us to deliver the required results in a timely manner that meets your schedule at a substantially reduced cost.

We pride ourselves for having one of the fastest growth rate and also the lowest turnover rates in the industry just 2.5 percent annually. We focus on the training and retaining qualified professionals with high personal and work ethics. With the help of our extensive database of internal candidates and CATS applicants tracking system, we can provide quality resources within the limited time frame.

We have also successfully placed hundreds of candidates in the areas related to Information Technology, Engineering, professional, Scientific & Clinical, etc. for both our commercial and government clients.

1. Source: A recruiter sources candidates from various sources; the search starts from our proprietary database. Using advanced sourcing methods like social media, professional networking media, internal, and 3rd party job boards, we identify qualified candidates.
2. Validate: A recruiter validates the candidates’ experience and skill sets against our client’s position.
3. Initial Screening: Based on the position and the client’s work culture, the recruiter uses initial screening questions to determine the most suitable candidates.
4. Submit: the recruiter will submit to the technical team qualified candidates who have passed the initial screening.
5. Technical Screening: The technical team then prepares a matrix of the particular requirements and required experience for the position and using a list of questions and the results, re-validates the candidates’ technical skills.
6. Background Check: Administrative personnel will provide a detailed background check, as required, per client agreement.
7. On board: On successfully completing the above steps, the candidates are welcomed on board and assisted to ensure a smooth integration at the client’s location.

Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Establish a code compliance program based upon the state regulations noted above and to include a system of governance including policy and procedures, a program scope of duties and responsibilities, limits with respect to area of jurisdiction, a data collection database for the program, and a system of reporting between the program itself and program stakeholders, management and New York State.
• Identify all projects involving the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, improvement, relocation, removal or demolition of any building or structure or related equipment under the Canal Corporation’s custody subject to the requirements of state regulations and the uniform and energy codes.
• Perform plan review of construction documents of all applicable projects with respect to the state regulations and uniform and energy codes. Reconcile comments with stakeholders, and approve the construction documents with the issuance of a Construction Permit.
• Plan review, inspection and testing requirements are based on the architectural, civil/structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire code requirements found in the New York State Building Code and applicable reference standards including, but not limited to, the American with Disabilities Act, National Fire Protection Association, American Society of Civil Engineers, American Society of Mechanical Engineers National Electric Code, etc.
• Conduct progress and final inspections and witness testing for projects for which a Construction Permit has been issued and prepare inspection reports detailing inspection results, including identifying code violations and submittal requirements. Conduct re-inspections and witness re-testing as necessary.
• At the completion of construction issue certificates of occupancy and use.
• Administer and enforce the completion of annual fire inspections required by state regulations for all buildings and structures under the custody of the Canal Corporation. Coordinate with site personnel for the scheduling of all necessary inspections and correction of all noted violations. Manage all record documents, database input and reporting to stakeholders, management and New York State.
• Issue Notice of Violations and Stop Work Orders as necessary and manage escalation processes in order to correct nonconforming issues.
• Establish, populate and maintain databases to support program
• Research the code as part of the plan review process and also in response to inquiries from other departments requesting clarification and understanding of code requirements for specific situations.
• Perform all activities necessary to support the code compliance program including necessary reporting, upkeep of policy and procedures, collection of record documentation, and education and awareness of program to stakeholders.

Skills

• Excellent knowledge of the New York State Building Codes, Energy Code and all associated reference standards, e.g. NFPA, ADA, ASME, ASCE, AISI, ASTM, etc.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• The ability to effectively communicate code requirements
• Technical knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Perseverance in researching multiple code documents and handbooks to obtain a good understanding of the code requirements.
• Ability to understand construction drawings.
• Perform plan review, conduct construction inspection and witness testing.
• Ability to independently make day and overnight travel arrangements and complete round-trip travel independently.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs.
• Walk long distances, climb scaffolds and inspect in trenches below grade.
• Able to wear personal protection equipment such as safety shoes, hard hat, hearing protection and safety glasses.

Education and Certifications

• NY State Certification as a Code Enforcement Official per Title 19, NYCRR, Part 434

• Licensed PE/RA of New York State (preferred)

• Related experience in engineering and construction

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.