Alex J. Pientka
Lafayette Hill,PA
Summary
Construction professional with 16 years of experience in project management, building & codes, and Heritage woodworking ownership and operation. Effective with colleagues, clients, and design professionals to deliver projects with smooth transition periods. Experienced in both residential and commercial construction methods in Historic and Contemporary applications both in practice and theory. Focused, hardworking and punctual, with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Veteran Building Official leads multi-disciplinary teams to complete plan evaluations, building inspections and permit reviews efficiently. Talented communicator, planner and problem-solver.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Code Official
Upper Merion Township
King Of Prussia, PA
12.2022 - Current
- Reviewed plans and specifications for compliance with building codes, laws, and regulations.
- Conducted field inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards and permit requirements.
- Reviewed site plans for conformance with zoning ordinances and land use regulations.
- Issued permits for construction activities in accordance with local ordinances.
- Provided technical advice to contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders regarding the interpretation of building code requirements.
- Enforced corrective action when violations of code were identified during inspections.
- Evaluated existing structures for structural integrity or modifications required by code changes.
- Coordinated efforts between multiple departments to ensure timely review of projects.
- Investigated complaints concerning alleged violations of applicable codes and regulations.
Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector
Whitemarsh Township
Lafayette Hill, PA
08.2019 - 05.2024
- Township inspector of residential and commerical construction (see certifications).
- Liaison for Zoning department and enforcement
- Inspects properties for plan compliance and violations.
- Protects health & safety of citizens by keeping buildings and land in accordance with housing and zoning ordinances.
- Interfaces regularly with residents, design professionals and government entities.
- Appeared in court as necessary and testified at hearings.
- Determined appropriate steps needed to bring buildings into fire code compliance.
- Visited sites for follow-up reviews to assess compliance with implemented corrective action plans in case of identified violations.
Owner/Operator
Legacy Restoration LLC
Philadelphia, PA
03.2011 - 08.2019
- Primary liaison with 300+ clients.
- Hired and managed staff, initiated new trainings and systems to streamline operations.
- Developed business and marketing plans and prepared monthly financial reports.
- Trained teams on specific operations and requirements for each job site.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship and team performance to drive on-time and on-budget completion of projects.
Manager/Shop Foreman/Joiner
Chestnut Hill Windows
Philadelphia, PA
06.2009 - 01.2011
- Managed team of 20 in the shop and field.
- Operated and trained individuals on a variety of equipment and power tools to reduce accidents and malfunctions.
- Worked to communicate client needs and other operations concerns to owner and management.
Education
Heritage Conservation - Architectural Woodworking
Willowbank School of Restoration Arts
Queenston, Ontario Canada2009
Bachelor of Arts - Business And Managerial Economics/Legal Studies
Manhattanville College
Purchase, NY05.2006
High School Diploma -
Cushing Academy
Ashburnham, MA05.2000
Skills
- Plan Examiner Certified
- EPA Lead Certified
- Experience in Building and Codes Enforcement
- OSHA 30 Certified
- 2016-19 Chair of local Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB)
- 3-year Accredited Trade School Graduate Carpentry/Joinery
- ICC certified/UCC (detailed below)
Certification
(OSHA 30, ASTM, EPA, Pro certified lead abatement, UCC certified)
- ICC IRC B1
- ICC IBC B2/B3
- ICC IPC P1/P2/P3
- ICC A117.1-2009 Accessibility/Plans Examiner
- ICC IMC & IFGC M1/M2/M3
- UCC Certified Building Code Official
- Member Training PCCA, PACO, FEMA, BFCA,
- Current CEU Count (48.25)
Timeline
Building Code Official
Upper Merion Township
12.2022 - Current
Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector
Whitemarsh Township
08.2019 - 05.2024
Owner/Operator
Legacy Restoration LLC
03.2011 - 08.2019
Manager/Shop Foreman/Joiner
Chestnut Hill Windows
06.2009 - 01.2011
Heritage Conservation - Architectural Woodworking
Willowbank School of Restoration Arts
Bachelor of Arts - Business And Managerial Economics/Legal Studies
Manhattanville College
High School Diploma -
Cushing Academy
(OSHA 30, ASTM, EPA, Pro certified lead abatement, UCC certified)
- ICC IRC B1
- ICC IBC B2/B3
- ICC IPC P1/P2/P3
- ICC A117.1-2009 Accessibility/Plans Examiner
- ICC IMC & IFGC M1/M2/M3
- UCC Certified Building Code Official
- Member Training PCCA, PACO, FEMA, BFCA,
- Current CEU Count (48.25)
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