Building analyst/supervisor job description

Code Unlimited, a Jensen Hughes company, has a newly created opportunity for a Building Code and Fire Analyst in the Portland, Oregon area or the West Coast. Remote and hybrid work options are available in the West Coast.

Code Unlimited is a fast-growing, creative building code, accessibility, and fire protection firm involved in the most innovative projects across the globe. We have offices in Portland, Seattle, Denver, Bend, Las Vegas, Boston, and San Diego. Our clients include notable architecture & engineering firms, government entities, Fortune 50 corporations, private developers, construction companies, and jurisdictions.

Our staff and allied partners make significant contributions to their community and many of our projects go on to win local, state, and national design awards. Our work environment is collaborative which engages diverse perspectives from our staff, clients, and other stakeholders. When prescriptive solutions are not feasible, we develop custom solutions based on state-of-the-art technologies and comprehensive code knowledge.

Our staff enjoy work-life balance and a robust benefits package not typically seen in the design-construction industry. Everyone, irrespective of seniority receive training, mentorship, and guidance, while being engaged in creative problem solving, professional development, and entrepreneurial activities.
Responsibilities
CODE ANALYST 1 AND 2:
Perform building code and accessibility compliance evaluation of existing and new buildings for projects of varying complexity and at various stages of completion independently or under direction of senior staff members. Work independently or as a part of a team to write building & fire code reports, smoke control reports, engineering judgment letters, code interpretations, and alternate materials and methods requests Perform building code and accessibility site inspections and write inspection reports. Prepare and present on technical issues internally and externally. Participate in meetings and take meeting notes. Keep electronic files and hard copies up to date and organized in project folders on the server and in project books. Assist in other project coordination tasks as requested. Assist in other tasks as requested. Use AutoCAD, Revit, and Blue Beam to review and mark up architectural drawings. Participate in internal training programs and quality assurance programs
CODE ANALYST 3:
Perform building code and accessibility compliance evaluation of existing and new buildings for projects of varying complexity and at various stages of completion independently or under direction of senior staff members. You will be the subject matter expert on a team, or a team leader developing building & fire code reports, smoke control reports, engineering judgment letters, code interpretations, and alternate materials and methods requests. Guide our CFD modelling teams on multiple projects for fire and egress analysis. Develop and maintain business relationships in fire protection engineering services and life safety consulting services. Participate in streamlining business processes and tracking Key Performance Indicators to stimulate and manage the company growth. Plan and execute internal training programs and quality assurance programs. Manage client and jurisdiction presentations. Attend meetings and communicate with Jurisdiction on project related matters. Meet with clients regarding project matters and provide technical clarification as requested. Manage projects effectively and efficiently. Prepare proposals, lead team meetings, lead client meetings, manage projects, review project invoices, and perform quality assurance reviews. Prepare proposals, including budget and effort estimates, and participate in business development activities. Track the project scope and deliverables on a regular basis to stay on budget and on schedule. Perform other tasks as requested.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - CODE ANALYST 1 AND 2 :



Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Architectural-Engineering
Strong analytical and research skills
Strong technical writing, report writing, and typing skills
Ability to grasp form, structure, and application of graphics in technical reports
Good foundation of building codes, fire codes, or accessibility regulations
Good understanding of the Architectural and Engineering design process
Able to develop and follow daily/weekly task lists
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Adobe



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - CODE ANALYST 1:



0 - 2 years of experience in architectural or engineering fields, or
0 - 2 years of experience in professional writing, or
0 - 2 years of experience in using the IBC or IFC based codes
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience with architectural CAD or GIS mapping & 3D graphics programs
Experience with Adobe Illustrator program



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - CODE ANALYST 2:



2 - 10 years of experience in architectural or engineering fields,
Demonstrated proficiency in one or more of these - IBC, IFC, IMC, IEEC, NFPA 101, NFPA 72, NFPA 13, ADA
Ability to prepare agenda and lead discussions with internal and external teams
Some experience leading & managing small projects independently
Experience preparing code summary sheets, responding to plan review comments and preparing code analysis & code interpretations on small to medium size projects.
Experience with architectural CAD, GIS mapping, or 3D modeling programs
Experience with Adobe Illustrator program.



REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - CODE ANALYST 3 :



Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Architectural-Engineering
10-12 years' experience in Architecture, Accessibility, code consulting, or Fire Protection Engineering
Broad knowledge of building codes, accessibility, and fire life safety systems, with demonstrated proficiency in one or more of these building and fire codes & standards - IBC, IFC, IMC, IPC, IEEC, ADA, NFPA 55, NFPA 30, etc.
Strong analytical skills, research abilities, and technical writing and report writing skills in building codes, fire codes, and accessibility.
Strong verbal communications skills - demonstrate clarity, precision, and persuasiveness
Strong task delegation, project management, and client management skills
Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously. Experienced in using project management tools, developing proposals, project estimates, task delegation, and task management.
Experienced in preparing code summary sheets, preparing code analysis & code interpretations, responding to plan review comments, and managing medium to large projects.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - CODE ANALYST 3:



Registered Architect, or
Registered Engineer, or
Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS), or
ICC Plan Review Certifications



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The Epic Analyst Builder is responsible for installing, designing, configuring, training and supporting complex applications within Epic acute EMR or Revenue Cycle offerings. Works directly with physicians, clinical operations, revenue, and/or IT staff and subject matter experts to understand requirements and workflows. Builds and develops appropriate test and change management plans. Optimizes the application through development of new functionality, testing and implementing scheduled vendor releases and system upgrades, and fixing system defects. Provides technical and functional application analysis, defines system requirements and develops logical data models using best practices for build and configuration, maintenance and data integrity. Ensures application changes follow change management procedures and protocols, create and maintain all documentation for all assigned applications and develop, plan and execute testing for supported applications. Communicates all necessary application changes, enhancements and procedures to all necessary department teams.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Consults with customers to understand workflows, processes, data collection, report details and other technical issues associated with application software as they relate to system design and build decisions that support the department's function and goals.
* Reviews and understands system options and specifications of Applications and utilizes the specifications as applicable to make recommendations on use.
* Analyzes design alternatives and makes appropriate design decisions. Designs, validates and confirms new or changed functionality with the application environment that meets customer specifications. Understands and translates the business/department functionality into Application configurations and workflow validations.
* Builds, tests, and debugs application to ensure the system meets end-user requirements. Builds complete testing plans to validate system parameters and functionality performs as specified with minimal guidance.
* Identifies and resolves complex issues, which includes identifying appropriate parties and potential solution with minimal guidance. May delegate systems issues to analysts for resolution. Provides guidance on priority.
* Proactively completes assigned application deployment, management and testing tasks.
* Provides guidance and mentorship to other analysts.
* Assists application and technical team in the on-going management of user request, issues, clinical application problems, and delivery of application enhancements.
* Maintains project documentation including resources used, decisions, outcomes, agreements etc.
* Works with vendors as appropriate to ensure smooth operation of products, reporting and resolution of issues.
* Supports new project development including system analysis, planning and preparation.
* Create and maintain regular status reports to immediate Team Lead.
* Coordinate interactions and activities of vendors, both on-site and off-site.
* Attends weekly team meetings to discuss team and project related activities, issues, change, communications, and updates.
* Provides Epic product function, design, and build expertise and experience needed for successful product implementation.
* Participates on new implementation / installation project teams.
* Troubleshoots, researches, and solves technically challenging problems involving integrated systems.
* Completes specific team task activities as documented on the Work Plan.
* Supports all project team members with application and information systems knowledge.
* Analyzes business processes to ensure proper system configuration.
* Develops and maintains models and documentation of business and system requirements and configures system accordingly.
* Documents and maintains all required system design and build documents.
* Contributes to preparation of testing scripts and materials and performs unit, system, and integrated testing tasks.
* Provides expertise and experience to the development of activation plans, application activation tasks, and production environment readiness.
* Logs, tracks, analyzes, and coordinates system changes including any software code implementations.
* Generates and updates appropriate documentation as per policy and procedure, including requirements, specifications, change control, end user documentation.
* Creates and routes required operational and management reporting needs as required by management and regulatory agencies.
* Maintains current knowledge of technology by attending appropriate continuing education training/seminars and reading related periodicals.
* Familiar with process improvement and project management methodologies.
* Participates in Hospital/Network Committees as assigned.
* Strong customer service orientation and ability to follow through on issue resolution.
* Provides Level 2 support for Application related issues after go-live.
* Provides on-call support after go-live.
* Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/Entity as well as the proper release of information.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:

Sitting for up to 7 hours per day, 4 hours at a time; standing for up to 7 hours per day, 4 hours at a time; walking for up to 2 hours a day, 1 hour at a time. Requires crouching, kneeling, and lifting of objects weighing up to 60 pounds, pushing objects weighing up to 80 pounds. Requires hand and finger dexterity to perform repairs of small equipment and to use computer equipment. Seeing as it relates to general, near, color, and peripheral vision. Hearing as it relates to normal and telephone conversations.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or Healthcare Administration or equivalent work experience is preferred.

Certification:

Epic experience and certification is required or must become certified in Epic applications.

Training and Experience:

3-5 years of General Computer experience is required.

3-5 years of Healthcare experience is preferred.

3-5 years of Revenue Cycle Application experience is preferred.

1 - 2 years of PC/LAN Support experience is preferred.

PC and Printer knowledge and experience is preferred.

Application Experience:

Call Management System, MS Visio, MS Project experience is preferred.

MS Office experience is required.

Hospital Operations Knowledge / Experience:

Applicable hospital operations knowledge and experience.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

**Position Purpose:**

In this role, the Analyst will support our facilities maintenance initiatives focusing on management of equipment team accounts, process improvements, and vendor service level performance. Responsibilities will include vendor and financial management and monitoring of performance scorecard metrics. Successful candidates will have experience with project and vendor management, data analysis, visualization and presentations, organizational skills, and experience with financial management and reporting.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

+ Escalation management from field, vendor, and SSC partners

+ Budget management, reviewing and understanding sales/financial data.

+ Execution of key process improvement initiatives

+ Demonstrate leadership skills, analytical abilities to drive intelligent business decisions, and communication

**Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities:**

+ Use strategic thinking to see the big picture, determine the problem and understand fundamental parts of the problem

+ Prepare and deliver insights and recommendations based on analyses.

+ Review sales/financial analyses (what sold/did not sell; determine which categories have potential to move upward; cost/benefit analysis; data process modeling/analysis of problems, regression analysis).

+ Identify trends in consumer lifestyle and technology; conduct customer focus groups and analyze/synthesize findings. Scan business/industry trends; scan competitive landscape; analyze consumer data

+ Interpret data based on specific knowledge of statistics and procedures used. Provide data to all Directors to support decision making. Provide input on forecast based on knowledge of product and technology.

+ Provide input on strategy based on knowledge of industry and technology trends. Provide customers with specialized information from a variety of resources. Facilitate workout problem-solving sessions with multiple groups of people.

+ Synthesize findings and derive conclusions from analyses and make oral/written recommendations to upper management. Execute tasks related to core operations projects and/or process improvements. Execute day to day processes related to their areas of responsibility. Communicate issues and roadblocks related to their areas of responsibility.

**Nature and Scope:**

+ Typically reports to Operations Process Manager or Business Manager

+ No direct responsibility for supervising others.

**Environmental Job Requirements:**

**Environment:**

Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

**Travel:**

Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

**Standard Minimum Qualifications:**

Must be eighteen years of age or older.

Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

**Education Required:**

The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

**Years of Relevant Work Experience:**

3 years

**Physical Requirements:**

Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Experience with project and vendor management

+ Experience with budgeting and financial management

+ Strong organizational skills in planning and tracking various initiatives

+ Experience with data visualization and presentations

+ Experience with MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

+ Background in facilities maintenance is a plus

**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:**

+ Leverages Partnerships

+ Teamwork Adaptability

+ Problem Solving

+ Strong quantitative skills such as statistics and data analysis

+ Self Development

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.