Property Needs Assessor/Building Inspector

Dominion Due Diligence Group • Midlothian, VA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Dominion Due Diligence Group (D3G) is recruiting for a Property / Building Inspector (Property Needs Assessor). This role is responsible for performing property inspections and assessments of multifamily apartments and nursing homes, and completing property condition/inspection reports. The objective of these inspections is to determine physical building or site issues and to assess future needs of the project, such as upcoming roof replacements. The role involves interviewing property management, coordinating inspections, reviewing property amenities, building exteriors, common areas, mechanical areas, and a sample of occupied apartments. The position also requires arranging travel, as D3G operates throughout the United States and U.S. territories, with travel expectations of approximately 4 to 7 nights per month. D3G covers all travel expenses. The role demands professional and timely communication with various stakeholders and requires the collection of field data for Environmental and Energy staff. The primary output is a written report detailing the property, its components, existing conditions, recommended repairs, and future needs. This is not a management position and does not involve supervision of other staff.

Requirements

• Residential or commercial construction knowledge (overall or specific field/trade) gained through school or work experience.
• Good technical computer skills (proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Analytical thinker with problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively with team members.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or Associate degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or similar.
• Military service.
• Past work experience in construction project management, construction supervision, general contracting, or as a trade professional.
• Green Building knowledge or certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform property inspections of multifamily apartments and nursing homes.
• Visually observe mechanical equipment, electrical service, plumbing, building structure, life safety, and handicapped accessibility.
• Determine physical building or site issues and future project needs.
• Interview property management to understand maintenance history and past improvements.
• Coordinate and schedule property inspections with property representatives.
• Inspect property amenities, building exteriors, interior common areas, mechanical areas, and a sample of occupied apartments.
• Arrange travel, including flights, hotels, and rental cars.
• Communicate professionally and timely with Team Manager, Client Managers, clients, and property representatives.
• Collect field data for Environmental and Energy staff during inspections.
• Prepare written reports describing the property, building components, existing conditions, recommended repairs, and estimates for future needs.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Benefits

• D3G pays all travel expenses.
• Green Building training opportunities will be provided.
• Compensation ranges are market-based and may vary by geographic location.
• Consideration of relevant experience, skills, education, training, location, internal equity, business needs, and market conditions for compensation.
• Eligible employees may participate in incentive compensation programs, including discretionary bonuses.
• Starting salary range is provided, with room for growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree