Overview

The Facilities & Infrastructure Operations Division is responsible for plant engineering, plant energy and utility operations, and facility operations for the South campus and leased facilities, North Campus and Infrastructure Operations, the Physical Science facility, and the 300 Area. In addition, the Division oversees campus infrastructure such as fabrication and craft services, duplicating and mail services, relocations, receiving, distributed services, and maintains operations of roads, grounds, and utilities for the campus.

Responsibilities

The Operational Systems Directorate (OSD) Building Code Official is a senior leadership role responsible to oversee the execution of engineering practices and processes related to the planning, operations, modification, maintenance, and configuration management of the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) facilities structures, systems, and components (SSCs). The OSD Building Code Official leads efforts to assure contractual compliance while also serving as a liaison between facility operations, research and development, and the Department of Energy (DOE) Pacific Northwest Site Office (PNSO) to partner on solutions for unique and complex project problems. Job duties include:

• Building Code Official Authority Having Jurisdiction for over two million square feet of PNNL space as delegated by DOE PNSO. Responsible for administration and enforcement of building codes, DOE directives, standards, and orders, including code enforcement through inspection and beneficial occupancy.

• Facility Design Authority authorizing and tracking building permits that impact form, fit or function changes to facility SSCs, including review of design drawings for alignment with current building codes and standards.

• American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B31.3, Process Piping Code authority and owner representative as delegated by DOE PNSO.

• Commissioning Authority for modifications and new construction with the objective of verifying, documenting, and ensuring that modified and new building systems achieve design requirements.

• Committee member to evaluate new research and development projects that have potentially unmitigated facility risks or complexity along with developing strategies to help mitigate or reduce those risks.

• Natural Phenomena Hazards Subject Matter Expert for all new facilities or modifications to existing facilities to assure they meet applicable federal, state, and local building codes and regulations as required in DOE Order 420.1C Facility Safety.

• Develop and implement performance metrics and condition assessments to assure contractual and programmatic compliance of responsible areas.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS/BA and 9 years of relevant experience -OR-

• MS/MA or higher and 7 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in engineering or architecture.

• Professional Engineering or Architect License.

• International Code Council certification as a Building Code Official or equivalent, OR ability to obtain certification within 9 months.

• Association of Energy Engineers certification as a Certified Building Commissioning Professional or equivalent.

• Experienced in Autodesk Vault, AutoCAD, REVIT, Bluebeam, Procore, and IBM Maximo software skills.

• Knowledge of configuration management; specifically, DOE STD 1073, Configuration Management.

• Knowledge of engineering practices and facility operations at DOE sites.

Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment

• Candidate will be working at active construction sites and must be able to navigate uneven surfaces, climb ladders, perform visual inspections, and wear personal protective equipment (e.g., hard hat, safety glasses, substantial footwear, and highly visible vest).

Additional Information

Due to business needs and client space, US Citizenship is required.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is subject to the Department of Energy Unclassified Foreign Visits & Assignments Program site, information, technologies, and equipment access requirements.

Testing Designated Position

This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).

About PNNL

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or 3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity

Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov .

Drug Free Workplace

PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.

If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.

HSPD-12 PIV Credential Requirement

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

Mandatory Requirements

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.

Rockstar Rewards

Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.

• Research Associates excluded.

**Once eligibility requirements are met.

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Notice to Applicants

PNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual’s relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules.

As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position.

Minimum Salary

USD $149,900.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $239,600.00/Yr.