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This job announcement is for two full-time permanent positions with the Construction Review Services in the Office of Community Health Systems (OCHS).

 

These home-based (remote) positions are open to Washington residents and those residing on the ID/WA and OR/WA borders.

 

Field work throughout the State is required and is expected for general inspection of buildings, including construction sites during active construction, approximately 5% of the time.

 

The Opportunity

Make a lasting impact on healthcare design. As a Plan Reviewer with you will: 

  • Review and evaluate construction documents and functional programs to verify compliance with applicable State and Federal codes and regulations which includes architectural, fire and life safety, mechanical/electrical, and public health.
  • Lead pre-design, design, and plan review conferences with owners, architectural firms, and professional engineers to identify compliance issues early in the process.
  • Work with teams to find compliant solutions to difficult design problems.

 

Why You’ll Love This Role

Construction Review helps people design health- and residential-care facilities that support safe care.  You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring health care facilities meet state and federal standards, promoting excellence in patient care and safety.

 

Required Qualifications 

There are multiple pathways to qualify for this position. You must meet one of the options provided and any additional criteria listed. Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.

 

Option 1: 7 years’ experience in managing and administering regulatory compliance and/or facility management operations within heath care facilities to include three (3) or more years’ experience reading and interpreting construction plans. Certification as an International Code Council (ICC) plan reviewer or equivalent certification* within 18 months of initial hire.

 

Option 2: Three (3) or more years of demonstrated experience in health care regulation and inspection through service within a program that provides Construction Review Services at the Construction Project Coordinator 2 level or higher, to include three (3) or more years of experience reading and interpreting construction plans. Certification as an International Code Council (ICC) Plan Reviewer or equivalent certification* within 18 months of initial hire.

 

Option 3: A bachelor’s degree involving major study in architecture, engineering, or closely allied field; and three (3) years’ experience in reviewing plans or buildings for compliance with construction and code requirements. 

 

Additional Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience

  • Aware of the codes governing the built environment, including International Codes, National Fire Protection Association and Facilities Guidelines Institute.
  • Knowledgeable and understands the intent of the WACs and statutory requirements for applicable licensing programs.
  • Able to look at alternate methods and materials with an open mind.
  • Able to propose changes to codes or standards in a manner which is substantiated with facts and applicable.
  • Able to collaborate with internal and external parties - Includes ability to: build support; understand and address the agenda of others; and assert the position of the department.
  • Demonstrated judgement and communication in crucial conversations.

*Other accepted certifications include but are not limited to: Certification as an International Code Council (ICC) Building Official; Certification as an International Code Council (ICC) Master Code Official; National Council for Interior Design Qualification certification as an interior designer; Washington State licensure as an architect, Washington State licensure as practicing Engineer.

 

Preferred Qualifications

While these aren’t required, having them can help you stand out as a candidate.

  • Licensed architect within the state of Washington or equivalent state.

OR

  • Advanced proficiency in health- or residential-care design or regulation. 

 

  • Knowledgeable and adept at applying the codes governing the built environment, including International Codes, National Fire Protection Association and Facilities Guidelines Institute.
  • Healthcare Construction Knowledge – Has knowledge of general construction practices; architectural, mechanical, and electrical design; and enforcement of Fire & Life Safety codes. Knowledge of the physical environment of healthcare facilities as it relates to medical function, clinical practice, infection control and sanitation.
  • Practical skills in MS Excel for spreadsheet tasks, database management, MS Word for document creation and formatting, and MS Outlook or similar email systems for electronic correspondence.
  • Experience with managing data using a customer service management, ticket fulfilment or data management system or tool.
  • Microsoft PowerPoint – ability to create, format and edit presentations; insert and format slides, create linked charts and graphs and work with pictures and objects.