Manager, Airport Building Department

Description

• You will attend pre-application and pre-construction meetings with stakeholders prior to the start of permitted construction projects.
• You will review building, plumbing, and mechanical plans, as well as construction projects, to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• You will serve as the department’s Lead Technology Coordinator, managing Office 365 SharePoint and MS Teams, and providing support to staff as needed.
• Safety Requirements – You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• You will lead ABD efforts related to emergency preparedness and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) coordination, including rapid fire and life safety evaluations to assess structural occupancy safety. #ZR
• Collaborator – You can collaborate with a variety of clients, customers, and employees in a professional manner to further Port goals. You can also work with diverse groups and individuals to reach consensus.
• You will compile detailed plan review comments for permit applicants, including relevant code citations.
• You will provide guidance and code interpretation to staff and stakeholders, while also mentoring and training newer team members.
• You will assist the Senior Manager and administrative staff in developing and managing the ABD budget, approve P-Card requests, and review and approve staff timecard submissions.
• You will supervise the ABD Building Inspectors/Plans Examiners, Senior Permit Coordinator, and Permit Coordinator, assigning and monitoring staff projects and tasks.

Requirements

• Adaptable Problem-Solver – You bring creative ideas, agility, and adaptability to problem-solving endeavors with a keen eye for process improvement and efficiency. You can also work effectively in situations involving uncertainty or lack of information and response flexibly to change.
• Proficient – You have a solid understanding of International Code Council (ICC) codes, the Uniform Plumbing Code, and the International Accessibility Standard A117.1, along with knowledge of engineering and architectural design principles, construction methods, materials, and associated hazards.
• Experienced – You have four (4) years of experience performing and building inspections and/or plan review, to include, two (2) years of supervisory/lead/mentor experience including leading a project or process.
• Technically Skilled – You possess knowledge of and proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Accela, SharePoint.
• Work Environment – You will primarily work in an office environment.
• Security Requirements – You will also be required to obtain a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) Customs Seal within 30 days of hire.
• Desired – We hope you have an ICC Plans Examiner and/or Building Inspector Certifications, International Code Council Certified Building Official (ICC CBO) Certification, UPC Plumbing Inspector and/or plans Examiner Certification or ICC mechanical inspector and/or plans examiner certification(s).
• Work Environment – You will generally work outdoors in all types of weather conditions. You may be exposed to areas of high noise, various hazardous materials, work at heights and/or in confined spaces.
• Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.
• Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
• Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
• Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. You may be required to work any and all assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays. You may be required to work during emergencies.
• Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
• Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
• Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
• Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
• Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance