Building Code Review Structural Engineer

Building Code Review Structural Engineer

Company: Virginia Tech

Job Location: Blacksburg, 24061

Category: Occupational and Environmental Safety

Type: Full-Time

Job Description

Licensed Professional Structural or Civil Engineer to perform interdisciplinary reviews of plans and documents for large multifaceted structures at a nationally recognized research university. Complex engineering and constructability analysis related to work covered by the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and its referenced standards, ASCE 7 and other related structural design standards, other referenced standards, Virginia Statewide Fire Code, and VA Tech Design Standards for new construction, renovations, and repairs of educational, commercial, industrial, one and two family dwellings, and other structures to assure compliance with the code and related regulations prior to permit issuance. Also conducts interdisciplinary inspections throughout all phases of construction to verify compliance with codes and related regulations during construction. Evaluate proposed alternative designs to determine whether equivalent measures are provided. Analysis and decisions require engineering and constructability expertise as they affect life safety. The work shall be performed in a complex and fast-paced setting requiring professional expertise, attention to details, and client assistance. Other related duties as required under the supervision of the University Building Official.

Required Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer as defined by the Code of Virginia and required by the University's management agreement with the Commonwealth of Virginia; OR the ability to obtain within one year.
• Must have or be capable of acquiring VA DHCD certification in the Virginia Code Core Academy, commercial plans examiner, and commercial building inspector within 18 months of employment.
• Must have or be capable of acquiring VA DHCD certification in one or more commercial trade inspector classifications within 36 months of employment.
• Strong working knowledge of the application of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Codes (Accessibility, Fire Protection, Electrical, etc.), and related standards.
• Must have experience in complex calculations and evaluations of structural systems, engineering/architectural principles and practices of design, construction, and inspection processes for large and small projects.
• Must have the ability to resolve issues in an amicable manner and promote a team approach to problem solving. Organizational skills to work in a fast paced and multitasking environment with variable priorities in required.
• Must be able to travel to and from work sites and perform on-site inspections. Site inspections require bending, climbing, pushing/pulling, reaching, lifting, standing, walking and moving and handling up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to maneuver in small spaces and walk and perform work tasks on uneven surfaces.

Preferred Qualifications

• VA DHCD Certified Building Official.
• Advanced degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering
• Specialization in structural design

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Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type Regular

Salary Information Up to $140,000; commensurate with experience

Hours per week 40

Review Date April 13, 2026

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Facilities HR at opshr-g@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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