Field Facilities Professional

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Kenilworth Estates (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon Consultants, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Facilities professional to diagnose and develop repair/restoration solutions for various building systems. Responsibilities include performing assessments, inspections, and testing, as well as assisting in report preparation and maintaining quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in building science or up to 5 years of related experience. A valid driver's license is required. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in facilities management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or significant related experience in facility assessment.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and develop repair/restoration solutions for the built environment.
• Perform assessments, inspections, and testing.
• Assist in preparing reports, plans, specifications, and calculations.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Facility assessment

Building science knowledge

Report preparation

Inspection and testing

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in building science or related field

4-9 years of related experience

Job description

General Responsibilities

Diagnose and develop repair/restoration solutions for the built environment. This includes all major components and systems of buildings and other infrastructure. Projects range from property condition assessments to detailed evaluations of structural systems, roofs, facades, plaza deck and below grade waterproofing systems, MEP systems, pavements, industrial floors, and construction materials. Assessment techniques include, visual examination, non‑destructive testing, instrumentation and load testing, laboratory testing, and destructive examinations. Client deliverables range from reports of findings and recommendations to development of restoration design documents and construction oversight/administration.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Entry-level Facilities professional; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Works typically on smaller, routine projects.
• Assists in performing assessments, inspections and testing.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, plans, specifications, calculations, and research.
• Assists and gains exposure to projects of greater complexity and scope.
• Performs and sometimes oversees contract administration for small-to-medium projects.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in building science or related building field and up to 5 years' experience in facility assessment. Or, in lieu of a degree, 4-9 years' related experience.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.