National Field Inspector - Building & Facility Assessments

SB Thomas & Associates; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SB Thomas & Associates, a certified small business enterprise, seeks independent property and facility inspection professionals to support Facility Condition Assessments, Property Condition Assessments, and capital-planning projects nationwide (1099).

This opportunity targets current inspection or consulting professionals, including those newer to contracting, who can work independently and take on project-based assignments as needs arise.

Qualifications

• Paid experience or completed professional training in at least one of the listed inspections.
• Ability to identify and document observable building deficiencies.
• Availability to travel nationwide up to 100%.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
• Experience with tablet-based and mobile inspection systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual assessments of multifamily housing, schools, commercial buildings, public facilities.
• Evaluate conditions across sites, structures, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life-safety systems.
• Identify deficiencies, deferred maintenance, and capital-replacement needs.
• Record components, age, condition, and remaining useful life.
• Take clear, labeled photographs and enter data into inspection systems.
• Support facilities assessments and capital-planning assignments.
• Submit documentation within established deadlines.
• Communicate access, safety, and scheduling concerns.
• Maintain professional communication with clients and project representatives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Field notes

Photography

Written communication

Independent work

Willingness to travel

Valid driver’s license

Education

Professional training in building inspection

Construction/engineering background

Tools

Tablet-based inspection systems

Mobile inspection systems

Job description

SB Thomas & Associates, a certified small business enterprise, seeks independent property and facility inspection professionals to support Facility Condition Assessments, Property Condition Assessments, and capital-planning projects nationwide (1099).

This opportunity targets current inspection or consulting professionals, including those newer to contracting, who can work independently and take on project-based assignments as needs arise.