Traveling Building Appraiser - SE Region

Actalent; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental / Vision

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Actalent in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a field-based assessor to analyze commercial and institutional buildings, collect data onsite, and support replacement-cost estimates using valuation tools.

The role requires 50-75% regional travel, 1-2 weeks onsite, with some weeks in the office or at nearby offices. A valid driver's license and comfort with technology are required. This contract-to-hire position pays $25.00–$30.00/hour and includes benefits and PTO.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the month across the region.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Willingness to work on your feet for extended periods.
• Comfortable with tablets, laptops, and related tech.

Responsibilities

• Collect required building data, photographs, and project information onsite.
• Coordinate schedules with location contacts and communicate with project managers and customers.
• Perform data validation, support QA, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Track and report expenses while delivering high-quality customer service.

Skills

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Communication

Organization

Tech savvy

Appraisals experience

Job description

SUMMARY:

Conduct analysis and appraisals of commercial and institutional buildings, mainly pubic sector projects. Will be responsible for documenting construction components, protection and exposure factors, validate property data, and support replacement-cost estimates using specialized software and valuation tools. Typical projects include K-12 schools, public buildings, water treatment plants, and other commercial facilities. Will be issued a laptop and tablet for photos, data collection, reporting, and administrative tasks.

TRAVEL & WORK RHYTHM

50% to 75% regional travel, often 1 to 2 weeks onsite to nearby cities, followed by 1 week of office work, can work remotely or go to any office they have near where person lives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Collect required building data, photographs, and project-specific information onsite.

Coordinate schedules with location contacts and communicate with project managers and customers.

Perform data validation, support quality assurance, and maintain accurate documentation.

Track and report expenses promptly while delivering a high standard of customer service.

Hours:

Hiring for first shift! Must be flexible to work Monday-Friday and some Saturdays

Traveling position! Must be willing to travel (expenses paid- rental car, hotel, meals) to various sites throughout the region for 3 weeks out of the month

Must haves:

• Must have a valid drivers license
• Must be able to travel up to 75% of the month throughout the region
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Willingness to work on your feet for extended periods of time
• Must be comfortable working with technology including tablets, laptops, etc.
• Prior experience doing appraisals, commercial inspection, or valuations is highly preferred

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.