Facilities Assessment Consultant - Mechanical / Electrical

Gordian; Canada; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm is seeking an experienced professional to conduct facility assessments and inspections across Canada. The role requires a degree in engineering or facility management, along with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Candidates should have strong knowledge of building codes and the ability to travel nationally and internationally. This position offers a diverse work environment and the opportunity to collaborate with clients on critical projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in facility assessment, operations, or management.
• Knowledge in building codes and conducting quantity surveys.
• Ability to use mobile devices for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Independently review client documentation during inspections.
• Perform visual inspections of building systems.
• Interact with client facilities management staff.

Skills

Facility assessment or inspection

Facility operations

Design and construction

Building codes and standards

Lifecycle analysis

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Associates or bachelor's degree in Engineering or Facility Management

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.