Architectural Building Assessor

GFT. • New York, NY

6d • $52 - $58 • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking an Architectural Building Assessor to conduct visual, on-site condition assessments of architectural systems across large Facility Condition Assessment portfolios. The role evaluates current condition, remaining useful life, and repair needs; identifies deficiencies; and records observed conditions through detailed field notes, photographs, and post-field data entry or reporting. Systems assessed include foundations, basements, superstructures, exterior enclosures, roofing, interior construction, stairs, interior finishes, and special construction.

This is an hourly, as-needed position supporting fluctuating project demand. Assignments include field assessment rotations, typically Sunday through Friday, usually one to two times per month, with remote reporting weeks between rotations. Longer rotations may be required for remote locations. Work is not guaranteed at full-time capacity, and compensation applies only to assigned, approved hours worked. The role may potentially transition to full-time employment in the future depending on business needs, workload, and performance.

The assessor uses GFT-provided devices, SharePoint, and standardized assessment applications to collect and manage findings, and responds to quality review comments on post-field submissions. The position coordinates with mechanical and electrical assessors to support complete building-level assessment narratives and requires nationwide travel. GFT covers travel expenses, including airfare, lodging, and meals or per diem in accordance with applicable rates and policy. The work environment is hybrid, combining in-person field assignments and remote work.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of relevant field experience evaluating architectural systems, including finishes, in buildings of various sizes and uses.
• Ability to identify typical failure modes and condition indicators for architectural components.
• Strong documentation skills and ability to communicate technical findings clearly.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the country for field assessments.
• Proficiency with field technology, including mobile data collection tools, SharePoint-based workflows, and structured reporting platforms.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven field environment with changing project needs and travel schedules.
• Ability to remain fully engaged during field assignments, focusing on inspections, documentation, and project requirements throughout scheduled field time.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing facility condition assessments, property condition assessments, architectural or structural evaluations, commissioning reviews, asset management surveys, or similar building system evaluations.
• Experience recognizing deficiencies and deferred maintenance, estimating remaining useful life, assessing operational condition, and supporting repair and replacement recommendations.
• Experience documenting findings using mobile field technology and standardized assessment methodologies.
• Professional licensure as a Registered Architect (RA) or equivalent advanced technical credential or experience; licensure is not required with adequate experience.

Responsibilities

• Visually assess architectural systems, including foundations, basements, superstructures, exterior enclosures, roofing, interior construction, stairs, interior finishes, and special construction.
• Identify deficiencies, performance issues, end-of-life indicators, and operational risks, and document findings with detailed notes and photographs.
• Evaluate the current condition, remaining useful life, and repair needs of existing facilities.
• Coordinate with mechanical and electrical assessors to develop a complete building-level assessment narrative.
• Use GFT-provided devices, SharePoint, and standardized assessment application tools to collect, organize, upload, and manage field findings.
• Respond to quality review comments on post-field data entry and submissions.
• Participate in travel rotations for field assessments and maintain safe work practices while complying with site requirements and installation protocols.

Benefits

• Travel expenses covered, including airfare, lodging, and meals or per diem according to applicable rates and policy.
• Flexible, project-based workload with the ability to accept assignments that fit availability.
• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Access to internal and external training programs and support for active participation in professional organizations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed