New York Power Authority · 1 day ago
Code Compliance Program Manager
White Plains, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$158K/yr - $218K/yr
12+ years expThe New York Power Authority is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the construction permitting process in New York State. The Code Compliance Program Manager will oversee the permitting of projects affecting buildings and structures, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and regulations while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating cross-disciplinary activities.
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Responsibilities
Provide Code Compliance Manager function, pursuant to Title 19 NYCRR, part 1204, for a wide range of large or complex projects and programs; including issuance of building permits, notices of violation, stop work orders, temporary approvals of occupancy and certificates of occupancy and use
Perform field visits to support jurisdiction assessments and code reviews., during the design process
Perform occasional emergency response, including outside of normal business hours
Independently coordinate cross disciplinary activities for the successful development and execution of projects
Provide a wide range of expertise in the selection, interpretation and application of codes, standards and procedures. Set internal standards and procedures
Independently perform site visits to complete code inspections, project assessments, and observe testing for complex scenarios
Represent the Authority at industry conferences committees or task forces
Mentor and provide guidance for junior engineers
Advise supervisor as to the recommended disposition of complex and technical code compliance issues. (May act as director role)
Administer, execute and enforce a code compliance program for the buildings, premises and equipment in the custody of NYPA in compliance with Title 19, NYCRR, Part 1204 and in compliance with all corporate policies and business unit policies and procedures related to the code compliance function. This includes periodic updates of applicable corporate and business unit policies and procedures
As necessary, provide Code Coordinator function, pursuant to Title 19, NYCRR, Part 1204, in support of the annual fire and safety inspections and other inspections in response to complaints regarding conditions or activities allegedly failing to comply with provisions of the Uniform Code
Collect, maintain and archive project and fire inspection record documents required to verify NYPA’s compliance with Title 19, NYCRR, Part 1204, and the Uniform Code
Prepare all activity reports regarding projects and fire inspections within the code compliance program
Establish and maintain program outreach and awareness to NYPA project stakeholders
Establish, maintain and document a periodic process of identifying stakeholder projects affecting buildings, premises or equipment under the custody of NYPA subject to Title 19, NYCRR, Part 1204 and the Uniform Code
Provide guidance and support to other code compliance staff for the performance of their duties within the group. Provide technical expertise and guidance to all NYPA project stakeholders and other staff regarding building code matters
Oversee the maintenance of content on the internal MS Sharepoint site for the Code Compliance group
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university
New York State P.E License required, or P.E License from another state with New York State endorsement within 12 months of start date
Experience in a lead code enforcement function
New York State Code Enforcement Official Basic Training Certification
Minimum of 8 years of experience in Code Enforcement and applying performing plan reviews and inspections related to the requirements of the NYS Building Code (New York State Executive Law, Title 19, NYCRR, Part 1204 or 1202, Uniform Code) or ICC-based building code
Expert knowledge of building construction processes and related inspection and testing within a utility environment
Proven success in the management of technical and commercial aspects of complex projects and programs
Ability to guide application of diverse technical principles and practices, with the understanding of the NYPA's policies, operations and objectives
Extensive knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations regarding the administration and enforcement of the Code Enforcement Program in NYS
Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications
Ability to adapt communication style and content to effectively convey the desired message to the target audience
Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple complex projects and programs
Ability to lead a collaborative and team-oriented environment and build relationships with vendors and stakeholders
Ability to perform complex engineering calculations, and objective plan reviews of all disciplines and provide code interpretations with respect to applicable state regulations and Uniform Code requirements
Ability to walk long distances, climb up and down stairs and ladders, inspect in trenches below grade, and be able perform physical inspections of all NYPA facilities
Ability to wear personal protection equipment such as safety shoes, hard hat, hearing protection and safety glasses
Valid NYS Driver's License
Preferred
Master's of Engineering Degree
Minimum of twelve (12) years of applicable experience
Experience managing a municipal/city Building department under Title 19 NYCRR Part 1203 or developing and maintaining a code compliance program under Title 19 NYCRR Part 1204
Experience in use of Microsoft Power Platform including Access/Power Apps/Power Automate/PowerBi/Sharepoint
Company
New York Power Authority
New York Power Authority is the largest state public power organization,producing some of the cheapest electricity.
1001-5000 employees
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