Sr. Architectural Building Assessor

GFT • New York, NY

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Licensed Architectural Building Assessor to join their NYC team. This role involves conducting on-site, visual-only condition assessments of architectural systems for large Facility Condition Assessment portfolios. The primary responsibilities include evaluating the current condition, estimating the remaining useful life, and identifying repair needs for existing facilities. This involves pinpointing deficiencies and documenting observed conditions through detailed field notes, photographs, and data entry/reporting. The position operates on an hourly, as-needed basis to align with fluctuating project demands, meaning work will not be scheduled at full-time capacity, and compensation is only for assigned work hours. Architectural items to be assessed include Exterior Walls, Windows, Parapets, Roof, Soffits, Floors, Interior Walls, Ceilings, and On-Site elements.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant field experience evaluating architectural systems including finishes in buildings of various size and use.
• Ability to identify typical failure modes and condition indicators for architectural components.
• Strong documentation skills; ability to communicate technical findings clearly.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the 5 boroughs 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 schedules.
• Ability to remain fully engaged during field assignments, with focused attention on inspections, documentation, and project requirements throughout scheduled field time.
• Professional licensure as a Registered Architect (RA) is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing facility condition assessments, property condition assessments, engineering evaluations, commissioning reviews, asset management surveys, or similar building system evaluations.
• Experience documenting findings using mobile field technology and standardized assessment methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Visually assess architectural systems including exterior walls, windows, parapets, roof, soffits, floors, interior walls, ceilings, and on-site elements.
• Identify deficiencies, performance issues, end-of-life indicators, and operational risks.
• Document findings clearly with detailed notes and photographs.
• Coordinate with mechanical/electrical assessors to provide a complete building-level assessment narrative.
• Use GFT-provided devices, GFT 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 submission to streamline final reporting.
• Maintain safe work practices and comply with all site requirements and installation protocols.
• Travel in and out of New York City using standard public transit whenever practical, with review for extenuating travel needs.

Benefits

• Flexible, project-based workload with the ability to accept assignments that fit your availability
• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior