Facilities Assessment Consultant - Mechanical (Central West)

About the role

The Facilities Assessment Consultant performs condition assessments of building systems and supporting site infrastructure, with a primary focus on mechanical systems. This role involves traveling with a team of professional assessors to inspect a wide variety of facility types, ranging from schools and hospitals to airports, laboratories to, and historic government buildings.

Responsibilities

• Review client documentation prior to and during inspections (drawings, reports, maintenance records, etc.)
• Perform visual inspections of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and distribution systems
• Evaluate system conditions using professional judgment, including conformance with client standards and applicable codes related to accessibility, life safety, energy, and sustainability where required
• Collaborate with client facilities staff to understand operations, capital investments, and functional needs
• Use tablets and mobile data-collection software to document findings and support condition assessments with photographic evidence
• Develop replacement and corrective cost estimates using Gordian cost libraries and vendor research when necessary
• Document findings in Gordian’s asset management and capital planning software
• Support client inquiries by providing clarification and guidance related to assessment findings

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Facility Management, Construction Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience in one or more of the following: Facility condition assessments or inspections, Facility operations, Building design or construction, Property or facilities management
• Knowledge of relevant building codes and standards for existing facilities
• Experience performing quantity surveys and developing replacement cost estimates using RSMeans or similar data sets
• Experience evaluating facility conditions and performing lifecycle analysis with corrective cost recommendations
• Proficiency with computers, mobile devices, and Microsoft Office applications (Teams, Word, Excel)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize critical tasks

Qualifications

• Ability to walk and inspect large facilities and campuses up to 8 hours a day
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs to access and assess building systems (including rooftop systems)
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 40-50%, primarily within the U.S., with occasional international travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional registrations or technical certifications
• Multi-discipline knowledge including architectural, structural, mechanical (HVAC and plumbing), electrical, and/or site utilities
• Government clearance (where applicable)

Pay

Pay Range: 70,600.00 - 117,900.00 (in local currency)

Schedule

Full-time position

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, HSA, and 401(k) retirement plan
• Equal Opportunity Employer