Building Inspector

Mantis Innovation; Washington (Washington County); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility management firm is seeking a Building Inspector with strong knowledge of the commercial roofing industry. This full-time remote position involves performing quality assurance observations and inspections on roofing projects. Candidates should have at least five years of experience and be capable of understanding project plans and specifications. The role offers a competitive pay range of $30-$42 per hour plus benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k Matching

Paid Vacation

Qualifications

• At least five years of commercial roofing experience is required.
• Ability to read and interpret project plans and specifications.
• Experience performing infrared and capacitance moisture surveys.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Quality Assurance Observation on roofing projects.
• Liaise between Owner and Roofing Contractor.
• Report accurate project progress.

Skills

Quality assurance observation

Commercial roofing knowledge

Field data collection tools

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BS in Engineering or related field

Tools

iPad/Tablet

MS Office

Job description

Mantis Innovation
Building Inspector
Washington, DC
Construction CQA - Building Envelope/Roofing/Pavement / Full-Time / Remote

Mantis Innovation provides managed facility services and turnkey program management with technology-enabled solutions that target the entire building footprint. We look at the entire facility—inside and out—and can impact 70% of what a building operator allocates critical budget dollars toward, including: Strategic electricity and natural gas procurement, renewable energy, and demand response; climate impact reduction and reporting, net zero strategies, and sustainability planning; roofing, solar, HVAC assessment management, pavement, building envelope, data center optimization, and EV charging; lighting/LED retrofits, HVAC/mechanical systems, and BMS/BAS improvements and implementation.

Do you have strong knowledge of the commercial roofing industry? Do you live in/near Washington, DC or within one hour driving distance to the beltway? Do you enjoy learning and/or have experience in facility management, construction, roofing, or the architectural engineering industry? Are you great at quality assurance observation with a keen eye for identifying roof installation quality? Are you willing to become RRO certified through IBBEC? If you answered YES to these questions above, we want to talk!

GENERAL PURPOSE

To effectively apply MANTIS methodology in the facility (roof, walls, pavement, and energy) inspection process for Facility Management Solutions projects and to provide quality assurance observation on projects as needed. The primary duty will surround Quality Assurance Observation, but other duties may include roof surveys, pavement surveys, and building envelope surveys.

PAY RANGE: $30-$42 an hour (depending on experience), plus Per Diem (as dictated by each state/county worked in).

Quality Assurance Observation Duties

• Liaison between the Owner/Architect and the Roofing Contractor
• Read, understand, and familiarize with the related contract and the specifications agreed upon by the Client and the Roofing Contractor
• Inspect the material and confirm correct storage methods
• Report accurate progress of the project, confirm correct installation methods and adherence to change orders, and oversee and advise in troubleshooting situations
• As the roof system is removed confirm the condition of the deck and ensure all necessary deck repairs are completed per the contract
• As the system is installed confirm the system is watertight on a nightly basis and the contractor installs undamaged and specified materials
• Monitor all punch work and inspect the final product in conjunction with a manufacturers rep to address any punch items necessary for warranty

Safety Duties

• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as project requires. May include full-body harness, lanyards, ropes, anchors, work gloves, sunscreen, UV protective safety glasses, hat to deflect sun, hard hat, work boots, and safety vest or high-visibility shirt
• Participate in identifying job hazards through the job hazard analysis (JHA) form and alternatives to said hazards
• Participate and/or lead daily safety briefing
• Stop work, report conditions and/or behavior, and suspend work until conditions or behavior have been resolved
• Report all incidents immediately including near misses
• Handling hazardous materials as directed by safety data sheets (SDS)
• Adhere to MANTIS safety standards at all times

Administration Duties

• Enter time into system on a daily basis
• Complete expense report accurately and timely providing all necessary back-up
• Respond to emails/voicemails in a timely manner
• Upload data on a daily basis

Required Skills/Education/Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum five years commercial roofing experience
• Technically competent with field data collection tools (iPad/Tablet)
• Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and submittals
• Proficient use of laptop and MS Office software
• Ability to write detailed observation reports including photographic documentation
• Experience in performing infrared and capacitance moisture surveys
• Valid driver's license with minimal driving offences over the last five years
• Ability to perform minor maintenance work including restoration mortar and re-grouting tile
• Physically able to climb scaffolding/ladders on a daily basis
• Ability to communicate clearly with design teams, project owners, architects, engineers, general contractors and related subcontractors

Preferred Experience/Certifications

• IIBEC Certification: Registered Roof Observer (RRO) and/or Registered Roof Consultant (RRC); Roofing Technology Certificate
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Basic Pavement Technology Acknowledgements

Working Environment/Physical Activities

• Work is typically performed outdoors with exposure to all types of weather
• Work is performed on or in the buildings of customers
• Work is performed in a non-smoking environment
• Ability to travel up to 70-80%
• Interpersonal communication via spoken, written, and electronic means
• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Working extended hours may be required

Notices: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Equal opportunity employer statement applies to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

What else can we offer you? We offer a benefits lineup including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k Matching, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and a flexible hybrid work schedule. We also provide professional development opportunities to make an impact on both the company and your career. We are committed to an inclusive and equitable team and encourage applications from individuals who may not meet every qualification.