Building Condition Inspector (Fort Lauderdale, FL)

Join Our Team as a Building Condition Inspector at Roth IAMS!

Are you an experienced Building Condition Inspector with a Mechanical/Electrical background and a passion for delivering high-quality outcomes and driving operational excellence? Roth IAMS is a growing, industry-leading company specializing in integrated asset management and capital planning services across North America. These services include Building Condition Inspections, Accessibility Assessments, Structural Assessments, and Capital Asset Database Management. We provide our infrastructure assessment and capital planning expertise to various sectors, including higher education, K-12 schools, healthcare facilities, municipal and provincial governments, and more.

Reporting into Operations, this role involves independently conducting on-site assessments of building systems, including roof, envelope, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical systems, and site infrastructure. You'll use proprietary software for data collection and reporting, review drawings, and prepare detailed reports, including findings, recommendations, and budgets. The position requires ensuring high-quality written reports, managing project timelines and costs, and providing responsive client support. Additional responsibilities include assisting with energy audits, ADA audits, facility usage reviews, and inventory management of building systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently carry out visual assessments and investigations of roof, envelope, structural and architectural building systems, mechanical & electrical systems, and/or site surface and underground infrastructure systems on-site; including liaison with clients as needed.

• In most cases, utilize proprietary software for data collection and reporting – such software includes but is not limited to: SLAM CAP, VFA, facility, and AssetPlanner.

• Independently review drawings for quantity take-offs and prepare building condition inspection reports, reserve fund studies, capital planning projects, technical/building audits, or other investigative reports complete with observations, conclusions, recommendations, and repair budgets.

• Maintain a high level of product quality—technically, grammatically, and as per company master report formats. All written reports to be proofread first by you, then peer-reviewed by the Project Manager or other designated Peer Reviewer. Ensure draft documents are prepared to the level expected by the Project Manager and Peer Reviewer (treat your work as if there was no peer review and that the Client will be evaluating your competency directly). Plan and schedule sufficient time for the reviewer.

• Be cognizant of and/or manage time and project costs to ensure project profitability.

• Complete inventory of building systems, including collecting relevant information, such as Make, Model, Serial Number, etc., and applying an equipment tag containing a bar code or QR code.

Qualifications:

• Experience with conducting on-site assessments of building systems, including roof, envelope, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical systems, and site infrastructure.

• Graduate of relevant College or University-Level Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural, Civil/Structural, or Building Science related Program(s).

• Related industry experience (> five years preferred).

• Excellent technical writing skills are required. Reporting is to be concise, follow company report formats, and be based on project-specific evidence.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.

• Effective, responsive communication (verbally and written) with the Project Team and Clients.

Nice to Have:

• Knowledge of building components, including the ability to describe and provide replacement costing.

• Knowledge of building condition inspection methodologies and ASTM Uniformat II Classification System.

• Knowledge of construction materials and products, material deterioration mechanisms, and repair and restoration methods.

• Knowledge of municipal, state, and/or national building and fire codes.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is required.

• Proficiency in Capital Planning software such as SLAM CAP, VFA, Facility, Asset Planner, etc., is an asset.

• Knowledge of ASHRAE 90.1, EnergyStar, Federal Energy Incentive programs, ADA are considered assets.

• Must be willing to work at heights, including climbing ladders and accessing rooftops.

• A valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle for travel to project sites are required (work-related mileage is reimbursed).

• Ability to travel for up to a week at a time is required (work-related expenses are reimbursed).

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package, bonus program, and RRSP matching.

• Comprehensive health benefits and generous vacation entitlement.

• Summer hours and Winter Holiday Shutdown.

• Imagine: a workplace where passionate, collaborative, and curious professionals come together to tackle the world’s deferred capital renewal and maintenance backlog crisis—where your career and impact grow alongside the company.

If you're ready to make a difference, apply today!

Please note that the description above is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Roth IAMS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in creating a welcoming and empowering environment for all employees.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from marginalized or underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Roth IAMS, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align with every requirement in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Roth IAMS is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position with Roth IAMS, please reach out to Careers@rothiams.com or directly to the recruiter you are working with. We are dedicated to working with you to best meet your needs.

If you’re ready to make a change and want to become part of a rapidly growing company, please apply. We thank all candidates for their submissions, however only successful candidates will be contacted for interviews.