Facilities Assessment Consultant

Gordian; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in facility management is seeking an Assessment Consultant to conduct thorough inspections and evaluations of building systems. The role involves significant travel and collaboration with clients to ensure compliance with standards and provide accurate assessments. Ideal candidates will have a background in engineering or facility management, along with strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in facility assessment or inspection.
• Knowledge of building codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of building systems.
• Develop cost estimates for facilities replacement costs.
• Document findings using asset management software.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Architectural / Civil Engineering

Facility / Construction Management Degree

Tools

RS Means

Job description

• 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.
• 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.

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Assessment Consultant • Remote, Ontario, Canada