Building Consultant - Property Condition Assessments

Building Consultant - Property Condition Assessments Full time

Toronto3 - 5 Years of Experience

Full Time $75 to $85k

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Building Consultant – Property Condition Assessments performs thorough site assessments which include technical problem solving as well as quality assurance checks. The incumbent in this role also prepares quality reports following each onsite assessment in a timely fashion and provides sound technical consultative advice for clients.

• Performs property condition assessments (PCAs) and reviews all relevant documents, drawings, etc. pertaining to the project.
• Prepares written reports following site visits.
• Prepares and researches cost estimates for recommended repairs.
• Prepares reserve fund studies, performance audits, pre-construction surveys and capital replacement studies.

• Conducts on site assessments.
• Investigates any building issues, failures and deterioration.
• Liaises with clients, contractors and third-parties relevant to the particular project.
• Assists in preparing construction specifications and detailed reports describing on site field observations.
• Attends company functions with clients, as required
• Provides reliable technical advice to clients.

• Collaborates on or designs repair details.
• Assists in preparing engineered designs, construction specifications, drawings and detailed reports describing on site field observations.

• Administrative Team
• President

• Clients/potential clients
• Third party suppliers

• 3-5 years of PCA experience, building system and structure reviews
• Excellent knowledge of ASTM E2018 Standard Guide for Property Condition Assessments
• Familiar with requirements of Condominium Act, 1998 for Reserve Fund Studies and Performance Audits
• Bachelor of Engineering or Engineering Technologist Diploma desired
• Pursuing/obtained P.Eng., as applicable
• Knowledge of building codes an asset
• Able-bodied, physically able to climb roofs and deal with the elements
• Working knowledge of technical communication
• Access to a vehicle and holds a G license
• Works well in a team environment with sound negotiation and people skills
• Eager to learn
• Flexible to change
• Customer service focus – internal and external customers
• Interpersonal skills – builds rapport
• Verbal and written communication skills – clarity, brevity and active listening
• Computer skills including MS Office 365 and AutoCAD
• Work independently and collaboratively
• Organizational skills – works efficiently
• Self-motivated – takes initiative, solution oriented
• Receptive to change – flexible
• Reliable – takes ownership of responsibilities, punctual