HUD AEC Plan Reviewer

All Environmental • Richmond, VA

3d

About The Position

The HUD AEC Plan Reviewer works within AEI’s HUD Architectural, Engineering, and Cost Review (AEC) service line as part of a project team that generally includes a Project Manager, Cost Analyst, and Plan Reviewer. The team completes HUD Plan Reviews and Cost Analyses for substantial rehabilitation, new construction, adaptive re-use, and historical preservation projects, primarily involving multifamily and health care properties.

The Plan Reviewer reviews construction-related plans, specifications, and supporting documents to verify coordination, consistency, compliance with accessible design standards, and compliance with HUD requirements. A cursory review for applicable local and state requirements is also expected. The position coordinates findings and document revisions with the project team, development team, lender, design professionals, contractors, and owners, and may assist with project site inspections.

The preferred location is Richmond, Virginia. The work environment may include both an office and outdoor work in varying weather conditions. The position may require independent travel.

Requirements

• Three years of full-time experience in plan review (building and/or fire), design, engineering, inspections, building construction, ensuring procedures, materials, methods, and specifications comply with fire and building codes, or related experience.
• Accredited college coursework in architecture; electrical, fire protection, mechanical, or structural engineering; engineering technology; construction management or construction technology; public safety; fire science; or a related area.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications.
• Thorough knowledge and experience reading and interpreting architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings and specifications, as well as documents for other project disciplines.
• Building construction experience and building codes knowledge, with emphasis on accessibility and multifamily and/or healthcare construction.
• Ability to provide code interpretation assistance to design professionals, contractors, and owners.
• Experience with plan development, construction administration, or project management when working as or with a design professional.
• Ability to apply conflict-resolution skills when discussing code issues with design professionals, contractors, and owners.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to interact professionally and productively with owners, contractors, and design professionals.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to independently establish priorities and complete competing assignments within established timeframes.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently within the HUD AEC team.
• Flexibility, initiative, good judgment, and discretion, including when communicating with clients and adapting to changing work environments, assignments, and priorities.
• Excellent typing, proofreading, and editing skills.
• Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet applications, and preparing PDF documents.

Nice To Haves

• ICC Certified Plans Examiner (accessibility, building, fire, electric, plumbing, or other relevant area).

Responsibilities

• Review all documents that define the construction event.
• Assist with compiling the building and development tabulation and coordinate with the Cost Analyst to confirm consistency with the construction documents.
• Identify and confirm applicable codes for the proposed construction event with the Architect and/or governing municipality.
• Assemble a comprehensive plan review letter incorporating code or regulation references.
• Complete internal plan review checklists.
• Coordinate identified concerns with the development team to expedite modifications or response items.
• Confirm that deficiencies or concerns are addressed in revised construction documents or the required response letter.
• Assist with appropriate HUD forms or sections, including the e-tool, 2326, 2331b, 92264, and 92329.
• Assist with appropriate sections of the AEC report.
• Participate in project coordination meetings and conference calls with the AEC review team, development team, and lender.
• As needed, assist with coordinating or completing project site inspections and managing relevant inspection data.
• Assist with assembling and reviewing reserve-for-replacement and funding schedules.
• Assist the AEC Project Manager in identifying additional studies, such as sound attenuation, intrusive studies, and system evaluations.
• Assist with managing project milestone trackers.
• Coordinate all findings with the AEC Project Manager.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Sick leave
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Complimentary use of AEI’s condo at Donner Lake in Truckee, California
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Commuter Tax Benefits
• Dependent Care Benefits
• Collaborative, flexible, and inclusive work environment
• Meaningful work and opportunities to develop a career path aligned with employees’ interests and goals
• Employee wellness, safety, flexibility, and work/life balance are prioritized

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed