Facilities Assessment Consultant

Gordian; Canada; Remote; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company based in Canada is seeking an experienced inspector to perform detailed evaluations of building systems, develop cost estimates, and ensure compliance with standards. Candidates should have a degree in engineering or related fields, with at least 5 years of relevant experience. The role requires significant travel and strong skills in documentation and communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in facility assessment or operations.
• Experience with estimating replacement values using construction cost data sets.
• Technical certifications and professional registrations are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection.
• Develop cost estimates for facilities replacement and corrective measures.
• Document findings accurately and provide reports.

Skills

Facility assessment

Building code knowledge

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Lifecycle analysis

Clear communication

Education

Associates or bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

RS Means

Job description

Responsibilities

• Independently review client documentation in preparation and during inspection process (drawings, studies, maintenance logs, etc.).
• Perform visual inspections of building systems using professional expertise and judgment to verify physical condition of heating, cooling, ventilation, distribution, fire protection, controls, and plumbing. Inspections may include conformance review to client standards and compliance to accessibility, fire and life safety, code, energy and or sustainability evaluations.
• Interact and collaborate with client facilities management staff to learn key information related to facilities operations, investments, and functional needs.
• Use computer tablets with built-in cameras and mobile collection software to document system findings while on-site, providing justification for determination of the physical condition.
• Develop cost estimates for facilities replacement costs and / or corrective measures, using existing data libraries appropriately and at times researching costs with vendors.
• Document findings within Gordian’s asset management and capital planning software in collaboration with other assessment team members.
• Responsible for individual quality assurance including completeness and accuracy of findings aligned with project scope in prep for findings reports and presentation.
• Support client’s inquiries by providing additional clarification and guidance in support of your assessment findings.

Essential Job Functions

• While on-site, physical ability to walk and inspect large complexes, to climb ladders and stairs to assess the various building systems (including roofing systems).
• This position requires upwards of 40% to 50% travel – on a national and occasionally an international basis, up to 2 weeks at a time.

Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural / Civil Engineering or Facility / Construction management degree or a combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in one or more of the following : facility assessment or inspection, facility operations, design, construction, facility / property management experience.
• Knowledge with researching and applying relevant building codes and standards for existing buildings.
• Experience conducting quantity surveys and estimating replacement values using RS Means or other construction cost data sets.
• Have evaluated facility / system conditions and conducted lifecycle analysis to identify deficiencies with corrective cost estimates.
• Well versed with computers and mobile devices to include Microsoft Office products (Teams, Word, Excel), various web browsers, etc.
• Able to demonstrate clear written and verbal communications.
• Can demonstrate an ability to maintain work focus on the most critical tasks to drive results.
• An eye for accuracy and attention to detail.
• Technical Certifications, Professional registrations, and government clearance a plus.
• Multi-discipline knowledge including architectural, structural, mechanical (HVAC and Plumbing), electrical and / or site utilities a plus.