
Accessibility Consultant
Jensen Hughes
The Role
Overview
Accessibility Consultant for built environment, leading compliance projects in Boston
Key Responsibilities
- accessibility inspections
- plan review
- training delivery
- client engagement
- business development
- team collaboration
Tasks
-Contribute to business development efforts, including building client relationships and identifying new opportunities. -Partner with building owners, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to support accessibility compliance and best practices. -Support and collaborate with the accessibility consulting team across multiple regions. -Conduct accessibility compliance inspections for residential, commercial, and government projects. -Develop and deliver training sessions or educational presentations on accessibility topics for both internal teams and external clients. -Provide plan review services throughout the design process, from schematic design to construction documentation. -Lead and manage client engagements across a variety of accessibility-focused projects. -Collaborate with in-house accessibility consultants, multidisciplinary engineers, and specialty consultants to deliver comprehensive solutions.
Requirements
- bachelor's
- icc-certified
- apac-be
- ibc
- 3–10 years
- communication
What You Bring
-Bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field. -ICC A117.1 -In-depth knowledge of accessibility-related design and construction regulations, including: -State-specific building codes and accessibility standards (Direct experience with Massachusetts Architectural Access Board (MAAB) 521 CMR preferred). -Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex accessibility requirements clearly. -Ability to perform on-site visual assessments, including tasks that may involve climbing steps, bending, walking, and standing for extended periods. -Ability to self-manage projects while effectively collaborating with diverse teams. -3–10 years of experience in accessibility consulting. -ICC-certified Accessibility Inspector and Plans Examiner -International Building Code (IBC) and International Existing Building Code (IEBC) -Willingness to travel (~15%) for client meetings, site assessments, and project collaboration. -APAC-BE (Accessibility Professional Accreditation Certification for the Built Environment) -Other state-recognized accessibility certifications
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Benefits
-Fair Housing Act (FHA)
The Company
About Jensen Hughes
-Specializing in complex challenges involving life safety, fire protection, and security across various industries. -Expertise spans high-profile projects including airports, hospitals, and major industrial complexes. -Known for deep engineering knowledge and ability to develop innovative solutions for emergency scenarios. -Work often involves designing systems to protect lives, assets, and operations from fire, explosion, and other hazards. -In the energy sector, has worked on everything from renewable energy to nuclear power, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. -Actively involved in the development of smart cities, applying cutting-edge technology to improve infrastructure resilience. -Maintains a strong presence in both public and private sectors, serving government agencies, municipalities, and large corporations. -With offices around the world, integrates local expertise with global best practices to offer tailored solutions for clients.
Sector Specialisms
Aviation
Commercial + Mixed Use
Education
Government + Military
Healthcare
Hospitality + Entertainment
Insurance + Legal
Manufacturing
Mission Critical
Nuclear Power
Petrochemical, Oil + Gas
Power
Science + Technology
Transit + Tunnels
Energy + Utilities
Built Environment + Resiliency
Emergency Management + Response
Security Risk + Public Safety
Fire + Life Safety Systems Design
Code Consulting + Fire Engineering
Forensics
Hazardous Materials
Lithium-ion Battery Technology
Mass Timber Consulting
Pedestrian + Evacuation Modeling
