Consultant - Construction Advisor; Building Inspector

Tampa - FL
8010 Woodland Center Blvd
Suite 1200
Tampa, FL 33614, USA

At Rimkus, our Built Environment Solutions team operates on a global scale with the advantage of local expertise. Our licensed engineers, architects, and technical specialists bring deep knowledge of regional requirements and industry best practices, enabling us to deliver customized, high-quality solutions that maximize the success of our clients’ investments. With a comprehensive portfolio that spans nearly every engineering and architectural discipline, we help organizations plan, build, and manage assets with confidence.

What sets us apart is our forward-thinking approach. We integrate carbon footprint reduction, resiliency, maintainability, and long-term sustainability into everything we do, helping clients not just meet today’s needs but prepare for tomorrow’s challenges. From design and pre-construction through construction, closeout, and ongoing operations, we provide tailored support at every stage. By identifying potential issues before they arise, we mitigate risks, extend asset life, and reduce costly unplanned repairs.

Whether an asset is newly constructed, leased, or purchased, our innovative solutions empower clients to operate more efficiently and sustainably. Joining Rimkus means being part of a team that’s shaping the future of the built environment—one smart, resilient solution at a time.

OVERVIEW:

In this role, you will conduct due diligence and condition assessments, landmark inspections, reserve studies, hurricane assessments, and physical needs assessments of existing low to high-rise buildings.

The Salary Range for this position is $95,800 - $143,600 and is dependent on education, experience, location and certifications/licensure.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop pre-inspection plans.
• Research property information.
• Review construction plans, specifications, and warranties with contract documents.
• Versed in communicating with clients.
• Conduct field assessments which includes riding swing stages, climbing scaffolding and ladders, and walking on sloped roofs.
• Keeping organized records including detailed field notes and photographs.
• Prepare written narrative and templated reports with photographs, tables, and exhibits.
• Conduct and prepare structural milestone reports, reserve studies, condition assessments, forensic engineering reports, and post-hurricane damage assessments.
• Prepare cost estimating.
• Assist in the coordination of subcontractors and testing firms.
• Review/Research and familiarity with building codes and construction standards.

REQUIRED

SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Minimum 5 years of industry and housing building code experience required.
• Proficiency in MS office products, including Word and Excel, and Blue Beam.
• Experience in estimating is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are a must.
• Job site and office time are split approximately 50/50.
• Good report writing skills with the ability to develop and commit to budgets, scopes, and deadlines.
• Must be outgoing and able to interact with staff, clients, and home/business owners.
• Ability to work independently with good judgment and critical thinking skills.
• You must possess excellent verbal and communication skills and technical writing abilities.
• Must have housing building code experience.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION and

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Minimum two-year degree in engineering, construction management, or related experience and certifications in building inspections.
• Engineer In Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE), preferred.
• Home Inspector License / Certification is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:

• Physical Demands -Work will be performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e., Client’s office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). Employee is frequently required to stand, sit, climb ladders, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be attentive, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking, and interacting with clients, preparing drawings and written reports.
  
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