Senior Assessor (Ontario)

BGIS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A top asset management company in Toronto seeks a Building Condition Assessor II. This role involves conducting specialized asset assessments and reporting on conditions. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant university degree and have 3-5 years of experience in the field. Key skills include knowledge of building assessment standards and strong communication abilities. The position offers the opportunity for dynamic work with a focus on building science and asset management.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in building assessments.
• Enrolled in EIT or P.Eng is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of ASTM Practice E2018-15 for property condition assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialized asset condition assessments.
• Complete asset assessment reports using management software.
• Provide recommendations for repair or replacement in capital budgets.

Skills

Building condition assessment processes

Technical standards knowledge

Strong written communication skills

Proficient with MS Excel

Detail-oriented

Education

University degree in architectural, civil, mechanical electrical engineering, building science or building engineering

Job description

SUMMARY

The Building Condition Assessor II applies building condition assessment processes and technical standards in conducting (specialized) asset assessments for the purpose of identifying asset condition and deficiencies.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies knowledge of building condition assessment processes and technical standards in conducting asset assessments, annual building inspections and other specialized asset assessments
• Conducts asset condition assessments
• Identifies and evaluates specialized asset component and systems conditions and deficiencies
• Completes asset assessment condition reports utilizing asset assessment management software
• Provides recommendations and cost estimates for building envelopes, components and systems repair or replacement for inclusion in the capital budget plan
• Lead scheduling and coordinates site activities
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• University degree in relevant field such as architectural, civil, mechanical electrical engineering, building science or building engineering
• 3-5 Years of relevant work experience
• Enrolled in EIT or P.Eng an asset
• General knowledge of technical standards and process in completing building condition assessments, in particular American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Practice E2018-15 “Standard Guide for Property Condition Assessments: Baseline Property Condition Assessment Process”
• Advanced knowledge of the process of cost estimating for replacement and repair of building components and systems
• General knowledge of building science including base knowledge of all areas of study - architectural building envelope, mechanical and electrical building systems or site components
• Specialized knowledge in one of the fields of study - Architectural, structural, building envelope, mechanical and electrical building systems
• General knowledge of general building design, construction and facility operation of commercial buildings
• Ability to work independently and learn quickly
• Strong written communication skills
• Proficient with MS Excel and ability to learn other applications quickly
• Strong computer skills
• Detail-oriented
• Valid drivers’ license with ability to travel 50-70%

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Valid drivers’ license
• LEED Certification from Canada Green Building Council, an asset