Facilities Assessment Consultant - MechanicalPosition SummaryThe 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.
Key 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.
- Perform individual quality assurance to ensure findings are accurate, complete, and aligned with project scope.
- Support client inquiries by providing clarification and guidance related to assessment findings.
Essential Job Functions- 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.
Qualifications- 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.
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).
Compensation & Benefits- Eligible for performance-based bonus as part of total compensation.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, HSA, and 401(k) retirement plan.
Bonus or EquityThis position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.
Pay RangeThe salary range for this position (in local currency) is 70,600.00 - 117,900.00
