Property Condition Inspector

Freestone Property Group • New York, NY

4d • $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Metacomet Construction is seeking a Property Condition Inspector to join our growing team. The Inspector will conduct walk-through surveys and targeted inspections throughout Brooklyn to assess the condition of building envelope systems. Areas include facades/exterior walls, roofs and roof drainage, parapets/coping, balconies/terraces, windows/storefronts, sealants/flashing, and waterproofing assemblies. Identifying exterior deficiencies, helping prevent water intrusion, and supporting long-term repair planning and compliance efforts across a property portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Building Science preferred with 2–5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Prior experience in building envelope work such as facade inspection/restoration, roofing and waterproofing, window and exterior door scopes, leak investigations / water intrusion troubleshooting, capital repair assessments for multifamily / mixed-use buildings
• Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex inspection and documentation problems.
• Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience, applying judgment and precedents (e.g., prioritizing safety vs maintenance vs long-term improvements).
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive, field-first approach.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfort working with photos, logs, and building tracking sheets.
• Comfortable walking roofs, exterior areas, stairs, climbing ladders and multiple properties per day (field-based role).

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with NYC facade compliance / inspection cycles (FISP / Local Law 11)
• Experience working with masonry buildings, prewar construction, and mixed-use properties
• OSHA 10/30 certification
• Experience writing scopes for facade restoration, sealant replacement, roof replacement, and terrace waterproofing
• Experience supporting bid leveling, vendor selection, or project handoff to PM teams

Responsibilities

• Identify and document deficiencies including, but not limited to: cracked/spalled masonry, displaced brick/stone, failing lintels, corroded steel, loose coping, deteriorated sealants, roof membrane failure, ponding conditions, signs of active water infiltration.
• Review available building documentation including: prior facade / roof reports, repair proposals and change orders, maintenance logs, inspection and compliance records
• Collect and organize photographs of observed conditions and building elements for reporting and scope development.
• Assist with preparation of rough order of magnitude (ROM) cost estimates for large repairs and improvements related to exterior restoration and waterproofing (facade repairs, roof replacement, terrace rebuilds, window/door replacement, sealant programs, etc.).
• Support consultant/contractor coordination by helping define priorities, flagging urgent conditions.
• Apply general knowledge of building envelope principles and standard inspection techniques to solve routine field issues and document findings consistently.
• Work primarily within standardized procedures and reporting formats to meet deadlines across a multi-building portfolio.
• Explain building envelope issues to internal teams and ownership in a clear, practical, and non-technical way when needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans with a generous employer contribution.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level