Construction Consultant

Frey Consulting Group; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Job summary

AKT Peerless in Southeast Michigan seeks a Construction Consultant to join a multi-disciplinary team delivering inspection services on industrial, commercial, and residential sites.

You will verify work against project documents, communicate with contractors, lenders, and site staff, and support draw inspections, project viability analyses, and Property Condition Assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or related from an accredited university.
• 0–2 years of construction site experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel throughout Michigan and possibly around the Midwest.
• Understands the overall construction of building and building systems.

Responsibilities

• Conducts construction draw inspections and reporting.
• Conducts construction analysis for project viability.
• Participates in Property Condition Assessment projects (Fannie Mae, HUD, ASTM 2018).
• Demonstrates full knowledge of each project’s status and goals.
• Performs tasks across multiple disciplines to bring about successful project completion.
• Responds to clients in a timely manner.
• Other duties not listed may also apply.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Microsoft Office

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or related

Tools

Construction draw applications

Job description

Construction Consultant – Southeast Michigan

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or related from an accredited university.
• 0-2 years of construction site experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel throughout Michigan and possibly around the Midwest.
• Understands the overall construction of building and building systems.

Preferred:

• Previous exposure with construction draw applications and inspections
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, including drawings, specifications, contracts, budgets, schedules, geotechnical studies and related information.

Job Description:

A successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment providing construction inspection services on industrial, commercial and residential construction sites to verify that construction projects are completed in accordance with documentation provided by the contractors on a monthly basis. Position will perform an inspection of the construction site and communicate with construction superintendents as well as construction loan administration staff from local to national lending institutions.Expectations include:

• Conducts construction draw inspections and reporting.
• Conducts construction analysis for project viability.
• Conducts and participates in Property Condition Assessment projects (Fannie Mae, HUD, ASTM 2018).
• Demonstrates full knowledge of each project’s status and goals.
• Performs tasks across multiple disciplines to bring about successful project completion.
• Responds to clients in a timely manner.
• Other duties not listed may also apply.

Physical Requirements

In addition to the skills and qualifications mentioned above, candidates must, at a minimum, be able to meet the following physical requirements. The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, lift, carry, reach, kneel, crouch, bend and climb a step stool/ladder/stairs/high-rise stairs/scaffolding/ scissor lifts
• Ability to safely use manual tools and power equipment common in the environmental industry
• Ability to handle contaminated/hazardous materials safely while adhering to safety guidelines

At AKT Peerless, we believe that a supportive and enriching work environment is the foundation for success. As a member of our team, you’ll have access to opportunities for training, mentoring, and career advancement. The culture at AKT Peerless revolves around our people, environment, and communities, fostering involvement in employee social events and community volunteering. We cultivate a teamwork atmosphere and take pride in delivering high-quality services to our clients. Joining our team means being part of a collaborative environment that values open communication, shared insights, and collective problem-solving. Our organizational culture recognizes the importance of a flexible work-life balance, prioritizing the well-being of our team members by offering flexibility to meet both personal and professional commitments.

Company Overview:

Established in 1989, AKT Peerless is a leading provider of comprehensive environmental and economic development services. With a strategic expansion that includes 12 offices across 6 states, our growth is attributed to a carefully selected, multi-disciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality consulting.

We prioritize cost management, quality work product, responsiveness, and project finality to address the primary concerns of our clients. Our team’s expertise in regulatory compliance, environmental management, and redevelopment ensures the successful completion of complex projects. Our extensive client base encompasses over 110 state and local governmental agencies, over 75 financial institutions, thousands of private entities, and several non-profit organizations.

Our services extend to environmental due diligence, hydrogeological investigations, remediation, brownfield redevelopment, vapor intrusion investigations and mitigation, engineering controls for abandoned landfills, and industrial hygiene services (asbestos, lead-based paint, mold) for municipalities, school districts, and private clients nationwide.

AKT Peerless offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits and is an EOE.

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Basic Life Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance