Jensen Hughes

Accessibility Consultant

FAIRFAX, VAPosted 22 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Jensen Hughes

  • Job overview

    The Accessibility Consultant at Jensen Hughes will lead accessibility consulting projects, contributing expertise in universal design to support compliance and expand services within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves managing client engagements, conducting accessibility compliance inspections, reviewing design plans, collaborating with stakeholders, supporting business development, delivering training, and working across various market sectors.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers a competitive total rewards package including 401(k) with company match and healthcare coverage.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture, Engineering, or related field, 3-10 years of accessibility consulting experience, knowledge of accessibility codes and regulations, strong communication skills, project self-management ability, willingness to travel about 15%, and preferred certifications like APAC-BE or ICC Accessibility Inspector.

  • Work environment and culture

    Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to data privacy and legal compliance, fostering an inclusive and professional work environment.

  • Company information

    Jensen Hughes is a multidisciplinary engineering firm focused on safety, security, and risk-based consulting services, with expertise in accessibility and universal design.

  • Team overview

    The consultant will join a multidisciplinary engineering team focused on expanding accessibility consulting services across multiple regions.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based in the Boston area with approximately 15% travel required.

  • Unique job features

    This newly created role offers the opportunity to lead accessibility consulting initiatives and develop training programs in a growing service area.

Company overview

Jensen Hughes is a global leader in safety, security, and risk-based engineering and consulting. They provide services in fire protection engineering, risk analysis, forensic investigation, and security design, helping clients ensure compliance and mitigate risks. The company generates revenue through consulting fees, project management, and specialized engineering services. Founded in 1980, Jensen Hughes has grown through strategic acquisitions and a commitment to innovation, making it a trusted partner for clients in various industries, including healthcare, education, and government.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to emphasize your expertise in accessibility consulting within the built environment, highlighting knowledge of ADA, ABA, FHA, IBC, IEBC, ICC A117.1, and relevant state codes.

  • Showcase your experience managing client engagements, conducting accessibility compliance inspections, and providing plan review services to demonstrate your ability to lead projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Jensen Hughes' corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect with current Accessibility Consultants and multidisciplinary engineers at Jensen Hughes on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as commenting on recent accessibility projects or expressing enthusiasm for universal design initiatives in the built environment.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'accessibility compliance,' 'plan review,' 'ADA,' 'ICC A117.1,' and 'accessibility consulting' to ensure better screening results.

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