Building Consultant - Property Condition Assessments

Carson Dunlop Weldon & Associates Ltd; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Group RRSP plan

Flexible work arrangements

Collaborative and entrepreneurial team

Job summary

CDW Engineering in Toronto, Ontario is seeking a Building Consultant to perform property condition assessments for commercial and high-rise properties. You will conduct on-site inspections, review documents, and produce clear reports, reserve fund studies and cost estimates to support repair and capital planning.

The role blends field work with technical analysis and design support. You will collaborate with engineers and inspectors, travel to client sites, and have a clear path to grow toward a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience conducting property condition assessments, including building systems, structural reviews, and electrical/mechanical reviews.
• Excellent knowledge of ASTM E2018, Standard Guide for Property Condition Assessments.
• Familiarity with Ontario Condominium Act, 1998 for reserve fund studies and performance audits.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, well-organized reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and AutoCAD.
• Valid Ontario G driver’s license and access to a vehicle for travel to client sites.
• Ability to access roofs and other building areas, including by ladder, and to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform property condition assessments, reviewing relevant documents and drawings and delivering clear, timely written reports after each site visit.
• Review structural, mechanical, and electrical systems in various commercial and high-rise properties.
• Prepare reserve fund studies, performance audits, pre-construction surveys and capital replacement studies, including researched cost estimates for recommended repairs.
• Investigate building issues, failures and deterioration, applying technical problem solving and quality assurance checks to your findings.
• Advise clients on technical issues and coordinate with clients, contractors and third parties throughout each project.
• Design, or collaborate on, repair details in AutoCAD, and help prepare engineered designs, construction specifications and drawings.

Skills

Property condition assessments

Technical writing

Communication

AutoCAD

MS Office 365

Driving license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technologist diploma

P.Eng licensure (or in progress)

Knowledge of Building Codes (Ontario Building Code)

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office 365

Job description

Job Title: Building Consultant – Property Condition Assessments

Location: Toronto, Ontario Hybrid: remote, head office and client sites

Compensation: $70,000 to $80,000 per annum

What We Do

With an uncompromising commitment to quality, CDW Engineering is widely known as a trusted source for commercial and high-rise property engineering services in Canada. We excel in assisting you with mitigating risk associated with buying, selling, leasing, refinancing, or maintaining commercial real estate assets.

We are part of The Co-operators Group Limited, a leading Canadian insurance and financial services organization. We benefit from the strength, stability, and values of a nationally respected company. This partnership empowers us to innovate boldly, expand our impact, and offer our team members the resources and opportunities of a large organization, while maintaining the agility and heart of a close-knit team.

The Opportunity

As a Building Consultant with CDW Engineering, you’ll help property owners, condominium corporations and other clients understand the condition of their buildings and plan for what comes next. You’ll carry out on-site assessments, investigate building issues and deterioration, and turn your findings into clear, timely reports, reserve fund studies and cost estimates that clients rely on for repair and capital planning decisions. The work combines field investigation, technical analysis and repair design, and you’ll be the trusted technical advisor clients turn to on each project. You’ll work alongside a team of engineers and inspectors, with a clear path to grow into a senior role.

What You’ll Do

• Perform property condition assessments, reviewing relevant documents and drawings and delivering clear, timely written reports after each site visit.
• Reviewing structural, mechanical, and electrical systems in various commercial and high-rise properties.
• Prepare reserve fund studies, performance audits, pre-construction surveys and capital replacement studies, including researched cost estimates for recommended repairs.
• Investigate building issues, failures and deterioration, applying technical problem solving and quality assurance checks to your findings.
• Advise clients on technical issues and coordinate with clients, contractors and third parties throughout each project.
• Design, or collaborate on, repair details in AutoCAD, and help prepare engineered designs, construction specifications and drawings.

What You Bring - Required

• 3+ years of experience conducting property condition assessments, including building system, structural reviews, as well as electrical and mechanical reviews.
• Excellent knowledge of ASTM E2018, Standard Guide for Property Condition Assessments.
• Familiarity with the requirements of Ontario’s Condominium Act, 1998 for reserve fund studies and performance audits.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, well-organized reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and AutoCAD.
• Valid Ontario G driver’s license and access to a vehicle for travel to client sites.
• Ability to access roofs and other building areas, including by ladder, and to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

What You Bring - Nice to Have

• Bachelor of Engineering degree or Engineering Technologist diploma.
• P.Eng. licensure, or actively working toward licensure.
• Knowledge of building codes, including the Ontario Building Code.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation, benefits, Group RRSP plan, and other perks
• Flexible work arrangements for most roles
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
• Variety of field, analytical and design work across a wide range of buildings

Our Hiring Process & Required Disclosures

CDW Engineering is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable legislation.

CDW Engineering does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy. To be eligible for this position, you must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.