Facilities Assessment Consultant - Mechanical (East, US)

Fortive•Greenville, SC

10d

About The Position

Gordian is seeking a motivated professional to conduct facility assessments in the mechanical discipline as part of its Planning Services team. The role involves traveling with a team of assessment professionals to evaluate the condition of mechanical systems and supporting site infrastructure in a wide range of facilities, from zoos and airports to hospitals, schools, historic government buildings, and advanced laboratories. Assessments may include reviews against client standards and evaluations of accessibility, fire and life safety, building codes, energy, and sustainability. The consultant reviews client documentation, inspects building systems, collaborates with facilities management staff, and records findings using a tablet and mobile collection software. The role also develops replacement and corrective-action cost estimates, documents assessment results in Gordian’s asset management and capital planning software, performs quality checks, and provides clients with clarification and guidance. The position requires the ability to walk large complexes and climb ladders and stairs, and entails approximately 40% to 50% national travel, occasionally international, for up to two weeks at a time.

Requirements

An associate or bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or facility/construction management, or an equivalent combination of 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 datasets.
Experience evaluating facility or system conditions and conducting lifecycle analysis to identify deficiencies and estimate corrective costs.
Proficiency with computers and mobile devices, including Microsoft Office products such as Teams, Word, and Excel, and 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, including to assess roofing systems.
Ability to travel approximately 40% to 50% nationally and occasionally internationally, for trips of up to two weeks.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Independently review client documentation, including drawings, studies, and maintenance logs, in preparation for and during inspections.
Visually inspect building systems and use professional expertise and judgment to assess the physical condition of heating, cooling, ventilation, distribution, fire protection, controls, and plumbing systems.
Conduct conformance reviews to client standards and assessments related to accessibility, fire and life safety, codes, energy, and sustainability, as applicable.
Collaborate with client facilities management staff to understand facility operations, investments, and functional needs.
Use computer tablets with built-in cameras and mobile collection software to document on-site findings and justify condition determinations.
Develop facility replacement and corrective-measure cost estimates using data libraries and, when needed, 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 and accurate, aligned with project scope, and ready for reports and presentations.
Respond to client inquiries with clarification and guidance related to assessment findings.