Building Compliance Architect/Engineer
About The Position
GreenLite is seeking a Building Compliance Architect/Engineer to lead the review and approval of clients’ construction documents within a Service Delivery pod. The role reviews plans for compliance with local and national building codes under state and municipal private provider laws, coordinates with multidisciplinary and client design teams, and ensures submissions meet Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements. It combines hands-on plan review, quality control, and design team coordination to support timely, compliant commercial building permits. The position also supports project delivery and internal process and software improvements through architectural or engineering expertise and feedback.
Requirements
- Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- At least 8 years of architectural or engineering experience, with demonstrated expertise in building code compliance and regulatory plan review.
- Strong familiarity with AHJ coordination, private provider processes, and building permitting workflows.
- Experience submitting permit applications and resolving permitting issues with authorities.
- Experience in project management and client interaction.
- Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to use or quickly learn multiple software applications.
- Working proficiency with AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.
Responsibilities
- Review construction plans for compliance with applicable regulatory codes and standards.
- Provide guidance and corrections to project design teams to maintain consistent, high-quality design systems.
- Certify plans for submission to local authorities as a private provider, coordinating with the client's Architect of Record or Engineer of Record.
- Communicate with design teams and regulatory authorities to resolve design issues and clarify review comments.
- Write and approve comment letters and conduct office hours with design teams.
- Ensure documentation and permit applications are accurate and submitted promptly.
- Support the pod's Project Manager and Permit Coordinator by gathering documentation, completing applications, and working with government agencies.
- Share architectural or engineering expertise and product feedback with cross-functional teams to improve internal processes and software.
- Use GreenLite's AI-assisted review tools and AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.
Benefits
- Generous base salary and access to an Employee Equity Program.
- Performance-based annual bonuses.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time team members and their families.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Parental leave for all parents.
- Wellness support through Spring Health and Rightway.
- Weekly catered team lunches in the NYC office.
- Company-wide team all-hands meetings twice a year.
- Regular team-building events.
- Unlimited PTO.
- Hybrid work environment with four in-office days per week, changing to three in-office days per week in the summer.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
