Field Inspector

Auben Realty; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Auben Realty is seeking a Field Inspector to inspect homes at move-out and oversee properties through the full project management lifecycle. You will prepare scopes of work, match contractors, and help maximize profitability while ensuring safety and functional standards for rental homes.

Join a team that emphasizes entrepreneurial drive and rapid improvement. You will collaborate with investors, vendors, and internal staff to deliver timely, cost-effective renovations and asset preservation.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting properties or homes, including move-out assessments.
• Ability to assess quality, safety, and cosmetic condition for rental properties.
• Strong communication with investors, contractors, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inspections to move properties through the project lifecycle.
• Prepare scopes of work and recommendations to preserve asset value.
• Manage turnover/renovation bids and contractor relationships.
• Coordinate procurement of materials and ensure timely project execution.
• Support safety, best practices, and construction method input.

Skills

Customer service

Construction knowledge

Project management

Vendor management

Inspection

Budgeting

Safety awareness

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Defined Role:

We are seeking Field Inspectorwith a background in customer service, general construction, best practices, and materials procurement. The individual will inspect homes at time of move-out and follow the property through the entire project management life cycle. Providing detailed scopes of work and recommendations to investors—to maximize property profitability and preserve the long-term functionality of real estate assets and match the appropriate contractor/trade partner to perform the project in a cost effective, timely and qualitative manner. Working within Auben’s unique pod structure, and alongside an experienced team of third-party vendors, the primary goal will always be to provide rental homes that meet safety and functionally cosmetic standards and promote an enjoyable living experience for our future residents.

Who we seek:

Auben Realty, a leader in the real estate industry, is looking for a dynamic and dedicated professional to join our project management team. We seek a self-motivated individual with a strong background in property inspection and project management. This executive will be responsible for overseeing home inspections at the time of move-out and managing properties through the entire project management life cycle, ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Who we are:

We are investors, developers, owners and operators of Scattered Site Single Family, Multifamily and Build for Rent assets throughout the Midwest and Southeast and in our sights is an intense mission to dramatically change the way we function, communicate, engage, evaluate, execute, course correct and think about our organizational growth, operations and management activities. We operate a vertically integrated real estate investment platform with a group of wholly owned subsidiaries that includes real estate brokerage, property management, property maintenance, construction project management, marketing/advertising efforts that both support our own investment strategies as well as serve the 3rd party marketplace.
We possess an insatiable desire for growth, accomplishment and making the impossible happen and you should too.

Working with us:

You will be challenged daily to improve yourself, work harder and faster than ever before and to take your skillsets and ability to accomplish to levels never thought possible and take on your position as if it was your own business. Our organization sparks the entrepreneurial spirit to help people live up to their true potential. Are you up to the challenge?

In your DNA will be a fire that burns, and the result is an Insane passion and high energy for creating change, improvement, and the natural incapability of accepting below bar standards, mediocrity, or anything less than the best.
We need the right transformational leader in this role and are investing heavily in our mission to grow. If you are up for the challenge, we want to engage with you! If you truly consider yourself special and are prepared to demonstrate how and why - we look forward to hearing from you.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Oversee and perform necessary inspections to facilitate properties through the project management life cycle.


• Prepare scopes of work to make properties rent ready, and corresponding recommendations which promote asset preservation.


• Oversee the bid process of all turnover and renovation projects within the assigned portfolio.


• Seek work approval and secure funds from investors prior to project start dates.


• Manage in-house teams and hired partners in the completion of projects within time and spending budgets.


• Assist in the procurement of materials for all assigned projects.


• Provide input on construction methods, best practices, and safety.


• Work with the property management team to rent properties on schedule with days on market (DOM) - minimizing length of vacancy.


• Stay current on subject matter trends, technology and operational efficiencies and implement when appropriate.

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversee and perform necessary inspections to facilitate properties through the project management life cycle.


• Prepare scopes of work to make properties rent ready, and corresponding recommendations which promote asset preservation.


• Oversee the bid process of all turnover and renovation projects within the assigned portfolio.


• Seek work approval and secure funds from investors prior to project start dates.


• Manage in-house teams and hired partners in the completion of projects within time and spending budgets.


• Assist in the procurement of materials for all assigned projects.


• Provide input on construction methods, best practices, and safety.


• Work with the property management team to rent properties on schedule with days on market (DOM) - minimizing length of vacancy.


• Stay current on subject matter trends, technology and operational efficiencies and implement when appropriate.

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Qualifications:

• Dependable - more reliable than spontaneous


• Detail-oriented - would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture.


• Autonomous/Independent - enjoys working with little direction.


• High stress tolerance - thrives in a high-pressure environment.


• Ultimate subject matter knowledge - Constantly seeking the ideal balance of price, quality, and timeliness for Auben turnover and renovation projects.


• Logistic proficiency - Focused on quick response times to minimize vacancy loss and maximize profitability for owners.


• Analytical - Determining the proper renovation for the rental rate, area, and investor profile.

Auben’s Core Values:

• TEAM ORIENTED


• SOLUTION ORIENTED


• SENSE OF URGENCY


• DIRECT/COMMUNICATIVE


• ACCOUNTABLE


• UNDERDOG DNA

Compensation:

$45k-$50k

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Auben Realty is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected status, ensuring fair employment practices across all aspects of our organization.

DISCLAIMER

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Examples listed do not preclude the performance of other duties similar in nature or in level of complexity.