Lead Housing Inspector (GOV Project)

Bureau Veritas•Remo, VA

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Lead Housing Inspector is responsible for leading the direction, completion, and outcomes of assigned building assessment projects and related services in accordance with ASTM standards and/or client-specific scopes of work. The role applies knowledge of buildings, construction, and technical standards; coordinates with project leadership, site contacts, municipal facilities, and other stakeholders; and conducts on-site assessments at client locations. The position is remote-based, with extensive travel to project sites across the United States, including overnight stays and weekend travel as needed. The inspector conducts and documents property and building assessments, surveys accessible and visible building systems and components, estimates costs to remedy deficiencies or replace equipment, and interviews property representatives and other knowledgeable parties. The role reviews property records and prior assessment materials, communicates with local building, zoning, and fire departments about violations, and prepares accurate written reports tailored to each client scope. As technical lead, the employee provides guidance on specialized projects and protocols, maintains report quality and productivity, supports customer needs, and follows company procedures and quality standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least three years of related experience; candidates without a degree may be considered with significant related experience, typically five or more years, and equivalent knowledge.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record without significant motor vehicle points or violations.
Knowledge of construction materials and methods, environmental concerns, cost estimating, and industry standards.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and standard operating procedures, and to present information and respond to questions from clients, peers, and technical field staff.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret varied instructions, and handle abstract and concrete variables.
Proficiency with computers, word processing, spreadsheets, project management software, Quire, AssetCalc, Microsoft Suite, business-specific software, and project-specific applications.
Ability to operate an electronic tablet for live field data collection.
Time management, active listening, critical thinking, problem-solving, and oral and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, work independently and in a team, motivate and direct people, and work safely and attentively.
Must have a cell phone and provide personal internet service.
Ability to meet the physical demands of field and office work, including walking, standing, climbing stairs and ladders, crouching or crawling, operating a motor vehicle, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 40 pounds in field work.
Ability to work successfully from a remote location and travel extensively to project sites across the United States.

Responsibilities

Lead the direction, completion, and outcomes of assigned building assessment projects in accordance with ASTM standards and client-specific scopes of work.
Keep the leadership team informed of project status, actual or potential issues, and report delivery timing.
Conduct building and property assessments, which may include property condition, environmental, facility condition, structural, roofing, energy, accessibility, mechanical, fire and life safety, construction monitoring, and other assessments, depending on the division and project scope.
Survey accessible and visible building systems and components, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, foundation, interior, exterior, roof, and pavement conditions.
Identify significant physical deficiencies and collect measurements and quantities to support estimated repair, replacement, and reserve costs.
Interview owners or their representatives, tenants, service providers, local government agencies, and other individuals knowledgeable about the property.
Provide photographic documentation of assessment sites.
Prepare written reports based on site observations, field notes, photographs, interviews, and client-specific scope requirements.
Adapt assessment scope and technical writing to the project, property, geography, and site conditions.
Develop project plans and assessments using professional and technical expertise and judgment.
Review property records and information supplied by clients or property contacts, including repair records, proposals, operating expense schedules, construction drawings, occupancy certificates, maintenance logs, safety reports, government reports, and warranty information.
Review prior assessment reports and historical and regulatory records for the property and surrounding area, and report findings in accordance with ASTM criteria and client scope.
Communicate with local building, zoning, and fire departments to determine whether outstanding violations or required corrective actions exist.
Act as technical lead by providing guidance and technical direction for specialized projects and protocols.
Meet or exceed productivity and report-quality objectives, provide timely customer service, protect confidential company information, and follow applicable policies and procedures.
Maintain a safe and clean work area and demonstrate the company's guiding principles.
Travel to client and project sites across the United States by plane, motor vehicle, or train; on-site assignments may last up to two continuous weeks and may include overnight stays and weekend travel.