Senior Building Condition Assessor (Ottawa)

Description

• Participate in review process of all complexity reports and provide timely feedback.
• Monthly project tracking of submissions during the last week of each month
• Identifies and evaluates specialized asset component and systems conditions and deficiencies.
• Support the development/update of BCA training material.
• Support the development and delivery of proposals.
• Conducts asset condition assessments / reporting (30-50%).
• Completes asset assessment condition reports utilizing asset assessment management software.
• Provides recommendations and cost estimates for building envelopes, components and systems repair or replacement for inclusion in the capital budget plan.
• Support the delivery of the regular project site notifications / create work orders.
• Be available as a contact person “buddy” to support new hires in answering questions/problem solving.
• Lead scheduling and coordinates site activities.
• Support new hire onboarding activities including virtual/onsite team training and report writing related.
• Lead the development of project schedules/maps; on-going coordinating of team schedules.

Requirements

• Must be detailed-oriented; expectation is to perform with minimal errors and/or no corrections required.
• Ability and experienced in building and maintaining effective relationships (i.e. managers, team members, internal account leads, etc).
• General knowledge of general building design, construction and facility operation of commercial buildings.
• 5-8 Years of relevant work experience (some exceptions for proven high performers).
• Enrolled in EIT or P.Eng an asset.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills are mandatory.
• Specialized knowledge in one of the fields of study - Architectural, structural, building envelope, mechanical and electrical building systems.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and ability to prioritize deliverables.
• Possesses a continuous improvement and quality mindset along with a desire to continuously seek and incorporate best practices and technologies in order to optimize program delivery and deliver value to the client.
• BSS® designation from Building Envelope Council, an asset.
• Ability to develop strong client service orientation (i.e. internal account team members, FMs, one-off client projects).
• Applies knowledge of building condition assessment processes and technical standards in conducting asset assessments, annual building inspections and other specialized asset assessments.
• LEED® certification from Canada Green Building Council, an asset.
• General knowledge of building science including base knowledge of all areas of study - architectural building envelope, mechanical and electrical building systems or site components.
• Project management knowledge– ability to support Manager/Director with their activities including delivering projects on-time, on-budget, within specifications and in-compliant with all requirements including but not limited to regulatory, environmental, H&S requirements.
• Valid drivers’ license with ability to travel across Canada and US (30-50% of the time).
• Project team coordination/training – ability to support the Manager/Director with their activities with team training, coordinate/develop schedules and work distribution with other Project Leads.
• Ability to take on new initiatives and challenges (quickly adapt to change) with a positive attitude and learn quickly.
• Advanced knowledge of the process of cost estimating for replacement and repair of building components and systems.
• Valid drivers’ license.
• PMP® certification from Project Management Institute Accreditation, an asset.
• Bilingualism both written and verbal, would be considered an asset.
• Proficient with MS Office suite of applications (intermediate level); proven ability to quickly learn new applications.
• Take on new initiatives and challenges (quickly adapt to change) with a positive attitude; and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills are mandatory.
• General knowledge of technical standards and process in completing building condition assessments, in particular American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Practice E2018-24 “Standard Guide for Property Condition Assessments: Baseline Property Condition Assessment Process”.
• University degree in relevant field such as architectural, civil, mechanical electrical engineering, building science or building engineering.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance