Codes & Approvals Manager

Seaman Corporation • Wooster, OH

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Codes & Approvals Manager provides leadership and governance over building code compliance, third-party approvals, and technical standards to ensure roofing systems and materials meet regulatory, certification, and performance requirements. This role operates as a visible program owner, responsible not only for technical compliance, but for building the systems, communication, and coordination required to support timely, consistent, and well-informed business decisions that enable responsible growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a relate technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of experience in building codes, approvals, certifications, regulatory compliance, or related technical roles.
• Demonstrated experience working with building codes, standards, and third-party certification processes.
• Strong technical judgment with the ability to interpret and apply code intent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to balance technical rigor with practical business enablement.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in roofing systems, building envelope products, or construction materials.
• Prior responsibility for managing approval programs, certifications, or regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Experience leading or mentoring technical or program coordination staff.
• Exposure to AI-enabled tools, automation, or continuous improvement initiatives

Responsibilities

• Own governance and oversight of building codes, approvals, and third-party certifications applicable to roofing systems and materials, including organizations such as UL, FM, ICC, and other authorities having jurisdiction.
• Serve as the technical authority on code interpretation, approval requirements, and compliance strategy for roofing systems and assemblies.
• Define approval scopes and testing requirements for products, systems, markets, and regions where approvals are required or gaps exist.
• Lead testing, certification, renewal, and maintenance activities for product approvals and listings.
• Define testing strategies, sequencing, and renewal cadence aligned with business priorities and risk considerations.
• Coordinate with third-party testing agencies and certification bodies to ensure predictable timelines and outcomes.
• Develop and maintain project and portfolio management systems that provide clear visibility into Codes & Approvals workload, priorities, risks, dependencies, and timelines.
• Identify key stakeholders for Codes & Approvals initiatives and establish appropriate communication cadence based on impact and risk.
• Provide regular, structured updates to Technical Services leadership and cross-functional partners that clearly communicate: Status and progress Risks and constraints Required inputs and decision points
• Ensure Codes & Approvals initiatives are coordinated effectively across Product, Design, Sales, and Technical Services.
• Interpret and apply codes, standards, and approval requirements within established governance frameworks.
• Approve or deny the use of systems, assemblies, or details based on compliance and approval status.
• Identify, assess, and communicate compliance-related risks associated with deviations, non-standard applications, and evolving code interpretations.
• Make informed decisions under uncertainty by documenting assumptions, enabling progress where appropriate, and refining direction as additional information becomes available.
• Escalate decisions only when prioritization between speed and risk cannot be resolved with available information, providing clear technical and business context.
• Establish and maintain controlled, authoritative documentation for approvals, test reports, listings, assumptions, and compliance records.
• Ensure approvals documentation and guidance are accurate, current, accessible, and consistently applied.
• Collaborate with Technical Operations to translate approvals data into scalable tools, dashboards, and reference systems.
• Lead and develop Codes & Approvals execution resources responsible for coordination, tracking, and documentation.
• Build scalable processes that reduce reliance on individual expertise and improve predictability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with the Technical Services Operating objectives

Benefits

• Company performance bonus in addition to base salary
• Flexible work opportunities including flex schedules and remote work from home up to two days per week (if applicable to role)
• Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, course training, and networking
• A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off (PTO), volunteer time off (VTO), and paid holidays
• Fun and engaging activities including department outings, holiday parties, and our annual company-wide dinner

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level