Senior/Principal Code Consultant
Listed on 2026-07-08
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Engineering
Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Building Services Engineer, Environmental & Urban Planning, Civil Engineering
At Rimkus, our Built Environment Solutions team operates on a global scale with local expertise. Our licensed engineers, architects, and technical specialists bring deep knowledge of regional requirements and industry best practices, enabling us to deliver customized, high‑quality solutions that maximize the success of our clients' investments. With a comprehensive portfolio that spans nearly every engineering and architectural discipline, we help organizations plan, build, and manage assets with confidence.
What sets us apart is our forward‑thinking approach. We integrate carbon footprint reduction, resiliency, maintainability, and long‑term sustainability into everything we do, helping clients not just meet today’s needs but prepare for tomorrow’s challenges. From design and pre‑construction through construction, closeout, and ongoing operations, we provide tailored support at every stage. By identifying potential issues before they arise, we mitigate risks, extend asset life, and reduce costly unplanned repairs.
Whether an asset is newly constructed, leased, or purchased, our innovative solutions empower clients to operate more efficiently and sustainably. Joining Rimkus means being part of a team that’s shaping the future of the built environment—one smart, resilient solution at a time.
Building codes are a vital component of modern building design and construction. Compliance with the codes ensures the health and safety of building occupants. The code consultant role provides professional consultation with clients on building, fire, plumbing, energy, and accessibility codes to support their needs on construction and building engineering projects.
Essential Job Functions- Provide code‑related consulting services to clients in the architectural, real‑estate investment & management, and building engineering industries.
- Consulting services include code analysis and interpretation via email, phone, and in‑person or remote meetings; drafting memos; meeting with local officials and fire departments on behalf of the client; and supporting the in‑house engineering and design teams.
- Perform design reviews of proposed projects—including plan review for egress, life safety, fire safety, accessibility, and plumbing; draft reports outlining applicable code requirements and analyzing compliance; and perform zoning reviews.
- Perform on‑site building surveys to assess code compliance with respect to building, fire, accessibility, or plumbing codes.
- Draft survey reports outlining findings and suggesting remediation of non‑compliant conditions.
- Collaborate with project teams to design solutions where strict code compliance is not possible (compliance alternatives).
- Prepare and submit code variance requests to state‑level boards as needed.
- Prepare life‑safety architectural drawings using AutoCAD.
- Perform surveys of existing fire protection systems; draft reports outlining findings and assessing issues and remaining useful life.
- Perform reviews of the storage and use of hazardous materials in various industries; draft reports summarizing risks and mitigation strategies.
- Prepare design solutions such as fire modeling, egress modeling, and structural fire‑resistance analyses.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Engineering (required). Master’s Degree in Fire Protection Engineering preferred.
- Familiarity with ICC and NFPA codes is required.
- Background in Architecture, Construction, and Fire Protection is preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the architecture, construction, or building engineering industries; a more senior consultant may be considered.
Skills and Abilities
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Excellent verbal communication skills and technical writing abilities.
- Professional interaction with staff, clients, and building owners.
- Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Respect for clients and co‑workers; ability to present clearly and articulately to a wide range of audiences.
- High level of analytical skills; attention to detail and ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Knowledge of Microsoft…
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