Facilities Assessment Consultant - Electrical (East region, US)

Fortive•Greenville, SC

2d•Remote

About The Position

Gordian is seeking a Facilities Assessor – Electrical to conduct facility condition assessments of electrical systems and components, along with supporting site infrastructure. The role works with a collective team of assessment professionals and serves clients across sectors including higher education, K-12, healthcare, government, corporate, and facility management providers. Assessments cover a range of properties, from zoos and airports to hospitals, schools, historic government buildings, and advanced laboratory facilities. The position is described as remote and requires approximately 40% to 50% travel nationally and occasionally internationally. The assessor reviews client documentation, inspects building systems, collaborates with facilities management staff, documents findings using mobile collection software, develops replacement and corrective-action cost estimates, and records results in Gordian’s asset management and capital planning software. The role also includes quality assurance and responding to client inquiries about assessment findings. On-site work requires the physical ability to walk and inspect large complexes and climb ladders and stairs, including to assess roofing systems. New employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as defined by applicable federal and state/provincial laws, subject to verified accommodation requests.

Requirements

An associate or bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Facility/Construction Management, or a combination of equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of experience in one or more of facility assessment or inspection, facility operations, design, construction, or facility/property management.
Knowledge of researching and applying relevant building codes and standards for existing buildings.
Experience conducting quantity surveys and estimating replacement values using RSMeans or other construction cost data sets.
Experience evaluating facility or system conditions and conducting lifecycle analysis to identify deficiencies with corrective cost estimates.
Proficiency with computers and mobile devices, including Microsoft Office products such as Teams, Word, and Excel, and various web browsers.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain focus on critical tasks and drive results.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Physical ability to walk and inspect large complexes and climb ladders and stairs while on-site.

Nice To Haves

Technical certifications, professional registrations, and government clearance.
Multidiscipline knowledge, including architectural, structural, mechanical (HVAC and plumbing), electrical, and/or site utilities.

Responsibilities

Independently review client documentation, including drawings, studies, and maintenance logs, before and during inspections.
Visually inspect building systems using professional expertise and judgment to verify the physical condition of electrical systems and components, including main service and switchgear, panelboards, lighting, generators, fire alarms, grounding, and surge protection equipment.
Conduct inspections that may include reviews of conformance to client standards and evaluations for accessibility, fire and life safety, code, energy, or sustainability requirements.
Interact and collaborate with client facilities management staff to learn about facility operations, investments, and functional needs.
Use computer tablets with built-in cameras and mobile collection software to document on-site system findings and justify condition determinations.
Develop cost estimates for facility replacement costs and corrective measures using existing data libraries and, when necessary, vendor research.
Document findings in Gordian’s asset management and capital planning software in collaboration with other assessment team members.
Perform individual quality assurance to ensure findings are complete, accurate, and aligned with project scope in preparation for reports and presentations.
Support client inquiries by providing clarification and guidance regarding assessment findings.
Travel nationally and occasionally internationally, with travel requirements of approximately 40% to 50%.