ADA Accessibility Consultant – Built Environment

Los Angeles, California, United States

Company Overview

At Jensen Hughes, we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people. Across our global partnership of experts, clients, and communities, we are recognized worldwide for our leadership in fire protection engineering, a legacy of responsibility we have advanced with pride since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related risk management fields — from accessibility consulting, risk and hazard analysis, process safety and forensic investigations to security risk consulting, emergency management and digital innovation. As we champion best practices, set industry standards and support communities with innovative solutions, we are making the world a better place.

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At Jensen Hughes, diversity is ingrained in our culture -- we accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background. Our differences and uniqueness are celebrated and reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks.

Job Overview

Jensen Hughes has an opportunity for an American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) / building code Accessibility Consultant for the physical built environment in California. Hybrid and flexible work options available however candidate needs to be in the greater Los Angeles area. This newly created position is an excellent career opportunity for mid to senior level candidate to bring their accessibility expertise and consulting passion to a multi-disciplined engineering team and grow the accessibility line of services. Experienced Accessibility Consultants, Engineers, and Architects are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Managing and engaging with clients on a variety of accessibility related projects.

• Coordinating and collaborating with our team of in-house accessibility team, multidisciplinary engineers and specialty consultants.

• Performing accessibility compliance inspections of the built environment on commercial and/or government projects.

• Plan review services during the design phases of a project, from schematic design through construction documents.

• Collaborating with building owners, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, and clients on a variety of projects.

• Assisting to develop new business and client accounts through business development engagement and activities.

• Supporting and collaborating with the accessibility consultant group with projects locally and in other regions.

• Developing and providing training seminars or educational presentations to in-house staff or clients on accessibility related topics.

• Working within a variety of market sectors including areas such as government, higher education, senior living, housing, public housing, tech, transient lodging, public rights-of-way, outdoor developed areas and others.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.

• At least 3-10 years of experience in accessibility consulting.

• Current knowledge with applicable regulations pertaining to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA), the California Building Code, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Fair Housing Act, the International Building Code (IBC) Chapter 11, ICC A117.1, the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA), and other state specific building codes or standards.

• Excellent communication skills

• Some travel required (15%)

• Ability to perform visual site reviews at construction sites, including climbing steps, bending, walking and standing for prolonged periods.

• Preferred certifications include: ICC-certified Accessibility Inspector and Plans Examiner or Certified Access Specialist (CASp) certification, or other state recognized accessibility certifications.

• Ability to self-manage projects while also collaborating with various teams on a variety of projects and tasks.

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Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting and not a guarantee of compensation. Final compensation may vary based on factors, including but not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, geographic location, internal equity, alignment with market data.

Jensen Hughes offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401(k) with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the positions.”

National Pay Range

$86,000-$172,000USD

Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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*Policy on use of 3rd party recruiting agency for direct placements

Jensen Hughes will occasionally augment a recruiting search through agencies for certain positions when business conditions warrant. Jensen Hughes will not accept resumes, inquiries or proposals from recruiting agencies as an acceptable method to consider a candidate. 3rd party recruiting agencies must sign a standard Jensen Hughes agreement after being evaluated and accepted by a Human Resources or Talent Acquisition manager, or member of the talent acquisition team. Hiring managers and employees of Jensen Hughes are not authorized to accept resumes, engage in fee-based searches through recruiting firms or sign a search agreement. Please note this policy does not apply to “staffing firms” or firms that are involved with hiring temporary staff. Any recruiting agency interested in being considered may contact our recruiting team at jensenhughesrecruiting.com.