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SB Thomas & Associates

Construction Management, Transportation Construction Inspection, Facility Condition Assessments. WDBE

Building Assessor – Field Inspector

Location

United States

Posted

1 day ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Mid Level

High School2 yrs expEnglishAssembly

Job Description

Building Assessor – Field Inspector

SB Thomas & Associates

• Perform on-site data collection for Facility Condition Assessments (FCA), Property Condition Assessments (PCA/PCNA), and Asset Tagging / Inventory assignments across diverse property types • Conduct on-site facility and building condition assessments for multifamily, senior, educational, commercial, industrial, municipal, and federal/military properties. • Collect data on building systems, finishes, and site components using company software (FastField, iAuditor, AkitaBox, or Quire) • Perform asset tagging & inventory, labeling MEP equipment with barcodes/QRs and reconciling to client databases • Capture clear, well-labeled digital photographs of systems and deficiencies • Record accurate quantities, serial numbers, dimensions, ages, and condition ratings • Support senior assessors and project managers with RSMeans-based cost estimating and capital-planning data (5-, 10-, and 20-year horizons) • Assist with report assembly and technical writing as assigned • Adhere to all site safety requirements and maintain professional communication with property contacts

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent, required
  • 2+ years’ experience in building inspection, facility assessment, or related fieldwork
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational accuracy
  • General understanding of architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and site/civil systems.
  • Proficiency with tablets, mobile apps, Microsoft Office, and digital photography
  • Excellent written / verbal communication and teamwork skills
  • Valid driver's license is required with no significant MVA points/violations (clean driving record)
  • Must possess company values of Entrepreneurial Spirit, Results, Integrity and Customer Focus
  • Preferred Qualifications: Experience performing FCAs, PCAs, or PCNAs for multifamily, senior, educational, commercial, or government facilities
  • Familiarity with ASTM E2018, Uniformat II, and HUD CNA e-Tool
  • Working knowledge of RSMeans or equivalent cost databases
  • Preferred certifications (not required): ICC Inspector / Plans Examiner (B1, M1, Accessibility), OSHA 10 or 30-Hour Safety, CPSI, AHERA Asbestos Inspector, or FAA Part 107 Drone License.
  • Experience using Bluebeam, Monday.com, Quire, Akitabox, or similar tools.

Benefits

  • Regular and frequent travel to customer sites

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