State Review Energy Architect​/Engineer - EE

State Review Energy Architect/Engineer - EE050

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State Review Energy Architect/Engineer - EE050

Richmond, VA

Are you a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect with substantial knowledge and experience in building code analyses? Are you a great communicator and able to write and present reports, analyses, and recommendations? If so, join DGS as a State Review Energy Architect/Engineer!

The Division of Engineering & Buildings (DEB) is seeking a qualified Professional Engineer or Registered Architect to serve as a State Review Energy Architect/Engineer. Under the general supervision of the Director of Engineering & Code Compliance, this Review Engineer will leverage extensive knowledge of building and building system designs, construction practices, and a variety of facility types and sizes to inspect construction and evaluate building construction plans and specifications.

The Review Engineer ensures building code compliance, best practices for design development, construction detailing, and the proper use of public funds are addressed through reviews, comments, and collaboration in meetings.

DEB’s Architectural & Engineering staff members are the highest-level building‑related architects and engineers in the State System. They act on behalf of the State Building Official for all buildings on state property and review and direct the work of A/Es at state agencies and the work of private sector licensed A/Es providing services on state projects. They have the responsibility and authority to exercise their professional judgment to direct changes to the work.

This Review Engineer is responsible for providing professional and technical expertise to assure that the applicable Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC) codes, Construction & Professional Services Manual (CPSM) technical policies and practices, and other relevant statutes are correctly applied and coordinated for the design of state‑owned buildings and structures. Unique alternative technical design solutions are researched, evaluated, and accepted or rejected.

They also ensure that state Capital Outlay facilities/projects conform to good construction practices, are economical solutions to program requirements, conform to Virginia Public Procurement Act standards, conform to the CPSM design standards, and are within the project description authorized by the Governor and the Legislature.

Hiring Range: $145,000 – $150,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency:
Department of General Services (DGS)

DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing, pre‑tax spending accounts, paid life insurance, paid short‑ and long‑term disability benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and other leave benefits, wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax‑deferred retirement savings including employer matching. Additionally, supplemental bus passes, ride share, or parking are available and DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

• Reviewing and directing corrections necessary for plans and specifications to conform to the VUSBC and CPSM.
• Creating technical reports and recommendations on the proper application of codes and standards and effectively presenting that information orally and in writing to management, clients, and other upper‑level professionals, managers, and administrators.
• Consulting with other DEB reviewers to determine correct applications of ambiguous code and standard requirements to assure consistent and uniform guidance to designers.
• Participating in building inspections.
• Providing technical assistance to Agencies, their A/E designers, and representatives from A/E firms.

• Professional Engineer or Registered Architect licensed in Virginia (or the ability to be licensed in Virginia within one year of employment).
• Valid Virginia driver’s license (or able to obtain VA license within 60 days of employment).
• International Code Council certification as a Commercial Green Construction Professional (or able to attain the certification within one year of employment).
• Substantial experience in building code, program, and functional…