Building Consultant – Property Condition Assessments

Reporting to the Manager of Inspection Services, the Building Consultant – Property Condition Assessments performs thorough site assessments which include highly technical problem solving as well as quality assurance checks. The incumbent in this role also prepares quality reports following each assessment in a timely fashion and provides sound technical consultative advice for clients.

Property Condition Assessments & Reserve Fund Studies:

Performs property condition assessments and reviews all relevant documents, drawings, etc. pertaining to the project.

Prepares written reports following site visits.

Prepares and researches cost estimates for recommended repairs.

Works on reserve fund studies, performance audits, pre-construction surveys and capital replacement studies.

Assists with preparing client proposals.

Problem Investigation, Project Management, Quality Assurance:

Conducts on site assessments.

Investigates any building issues, failures and deterioration.

Liaises with clients, contractors and third-parties relevant to the particular project.

Prepares construction specifications and detailed reports describing on site field observations.

Attends company functions with clients, as required

Provides reliable technical advice to clients.

CAD Design & Drafting:

Collaborates on or designs repair details.

Prepares drawings and details for project management jobs.

TRG and Textbook Updates

Updates in-house Technical Reference Guide publication.

Ensures up to date information on HVAC manufacturers and sourcing information on new manufacturers.

Textbook updates involve dealing with illustrations (either creating new or updating existing) for what will become a complete Commercial Inspection Handbook.

Relationships

Internally

Administrative Team

Engineers/Inspectors Team

Manager of Inspection Services

President

Externally

Clients/potential clients

Third party suppliers

Skills, Traits and Behaviours

1 - 3 years of design experience, building systems and mechanical background•Bachelor of Engineering or Architecture desired•Knowledge of building codes an asset•Able-bodied, physically able to climb roofs and deal with the elements•Good literacy skills•Working knowledge of technical communication•Access to a vehicle and holds a G license•Works well in a team environment with sound negotiation and people skills•Fast learner who is eager to learn•Flexible to change

Successful employees are strong in these areas:

Customer service focus – internal and external customers

Interpersonal skills – builds rapport

Verbal and written communication skills – clarity, brevity and active listening

Computer skills including MS Office 365

Work independently and collaboratively

Organizational skills – works efficiently

Self-motivated – takes initiative, solution oriented

Receptive to change – flexible

Meet deadlines – time management

Reliable – meets deadlines, takes ownership of responsibilities, punctual