Architectural Building Assessor
$108,160–$120,640 year
HybridNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Conduct on-site visual assessments of architectural systems including foundations, roofing, and interior finishes to evaluate condition, useful life, and repair needs. Document deficiencies and operational risks using detailed field notes, photographs, and mobile data collection tools while coordinating with mechanical and electrical assessors for complete building narratives. Submit findings to GFT SharePoint and respond to quality review comments to streamline reporting. Participate in travel rotations spanning Sunday through Friday with remote reporting weeks in between, covering nationwide locations. Maintain safe work practices and comply with all site protocols.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of 5 years' relevant field experience evaluating architectural systems including finishes in buildings of various size and use
- Ability to identify typical failure modes and condition indicators for architectural components
- Strong documentation skills; ability to communicate technical findings clearly
- Willingness and ability to travel throughout the country for field assessments
- Proficiency with field technology, including mobile data collection tools, SharePoint-based workflows, and structured reporting platforms
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven field environment with changing project needs and travel schedules
- Ability to remain fully engaged during field assignments, with focused attention on inspections, documentation, and project requirements throughout scheduled field time
- Professional licensure as a Registered Architect (RA) or equivalent advanced technical credential/experience
- GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions
Desired Qualifications
- Experience performing facility condition assessments, property condition assessments, architectural/structural evaluations, commissioning reviews, asset management surveys, or similar building system evaluations
- Candidates must be capable of recognizing system deficiencies, identifying deferred maintenance, estimating remaining useful life, assessing operational condition, and supporting repair and replacement recommendations
- Experience documenting findings using mobile field technology and standardized assessment methodologies
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