Construction Maintenance Inspector

PHFA Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PHFA Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency is seeking an entry-level professional to contribute on projects and programs in residential construction and property maintenance. The candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have up to 3 years of professional experience.

This role will involve responsibilities such as inspecting properties, ensuring compliance with maintenance standards, and conducting inspections for rental assistance programs. The position promotes self-development while adhering to industry standards.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in residential construction field or five to eight years in residential property maintenance.
• Relevant professional experience of 1-3 years.

Responsibilities

• Travel and observe developments under construction for conformance.
• Inspect occupied property to ensure against deferred maintenance.
• Conduct site inspections for property damage reporting.
• Perform unit inspections as required by Rental Assistance Programs.

Skills

Understanding of construction/maintenance procedures

Working knowledge of HUD REAC UPCS 4.0 and LIHTC protocols

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction technology, or construction management

Job description

Job Overview

Entry‑level professional with limited or no prior experience to contribute on a project or program. The role learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day‑to‑day objectives. It works on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. This level is typically focused on self‑development and requires theoretical knowledge through specific education and training.

Responsibilities

1. Construction
   • Travel and observe developments under construction for conformance to plans, specifications and other legal documents.
   • Participate in progress and payout meetings with owner, architect and/or GC.
   • Perform quality control review on installed material and bring any observed deficiencies to architect's attention.
   • Monitor construction progress schedule and change order log weekly and/or monthly.
   • Participate in punch list generation at turnover of uncompleted items with assigned monetary value.
   • Verify and initiate issuance of the following Agency documents:
     • Substantial Completion
     • Occupancy Certificate
     • Construction Completion
     • Final Inspection
   • Attend and participate in three warranty/guarantee reviews during the first twelve months of operation; annual inspections thereafter.
   • Initiate all correspondences and forms required in the performance of these tasks.
2. Maintenance
   • Inspect occupied property as required by funding program to ensure against deferred maintenance.
   • Establish maintenance files and procedures as required by funding program.
   • Perform reserve for replacement analysis and updates as required by funding program.
   • Meet with representatives of ownership and property management agent to discuss status of building maintenance and capital improvements.
   • Review drawings, work quality, materials, and equipment required for all upgrades, capital improvements and repairs to ensure conformance with Agency requirements/standards.
   • Initiate all correspondences and forms required in the performance of these tasks.
3. Property Damage Reporting
   • Conduct site inspection once notified of an occurrence.
   • Obtain Property Damage Report form from site.
   • Conduct periodic inspections during the repair process to insure work quality, materials, and equipment conform to acceptable standards.
   • Obtain Property Damage follow‑up report from site at conclusion of repairs.
4. Rental assistance and Single Family inspections
   • Perform unit inspections as required by Rental Assistance Programs to ensure clean, safe and sanitary conditions are upheld.
   • Perform single family inspections as requested by the Director of Technical Services.
   • Other duties assigned.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction technology, or construction management with five years of experience in the residential construction field and/or five to eight years of experience in the residential property maintenance industry.
• Knowledge/Skills:
  • Complete understanding of construction/maintenance procedure, drawings, specifications, and contracts.
  • Working knowledge of HUD REAC UPCS 4.0 and LIHTC protocols.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience: Relevant professional experience (1–3 years).

EEO Statement

As an employer, PHFA is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and reflects the residents that it serves. We strive to maintain a workplace where all employees and applicants for employment receive equal opportunities in all aspects of employment. There are numerous policies in place at PHFA to help us honor this commitment. The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, family status, gender, national origin, political affiliation, race or religion.

Diversity Statement

PHFA values, honors and commits to the equitable treatment and elimination of discrimination in all forms. We are committed to the diversity of all staff, and in all programs and services offered.