Building Assessor, Field Inspector

SB Thomas & Associates

Building Assessor performing on-site facility assessments across various property types. Responsible for data collection and support in reporting and cost estimating tasks.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct on-site facility and building condition assessments for multifamily, senior, educational, commercial, industrial, municipal, and federal/military properties.
Collect data on building systems, finishes, and site components using company software (FastField, iAuditor, AkitaBox, or Quire).
Perform asset tagging & inventory, labeling MEP equipment with barcodes/QRs and reconciling to client databases.
Capture clear, well-labeled digital photographs of systems and deficiencies.
Record accurate quantities, serial numbers, dimensions, ages, and condition ratings.
Support senior assessors and project managers with RSMeans-based cost estimating and capital-planning data (5-, 10-, and 20-year horizons).
Assist with report assembly and technical writing as assigned.
Adhere to all site safety requirements and maintain professional communication with property contacts.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent, required
2+ years’ experience in building inspection, facility assessment, or related fieldwork.
Strong attention to detail and organizational accuracy.
General understanding of architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and site/civil systems.
Proficiency with tablets, mobile apps, Microsoft Office, and digital photography.
Excellent written / verbal communication and teamwork skills.
Valid driver's license is required with no significant MVA points/violations (clean driving record).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

Building Systems AssessmentAsset TaggingInventory ManagementCondition RatingCost EstimatingDigital PhotographyArchitectural Systems UnderstandingMechanical Systems UnderstandingElectrical Systems UnderstandingPlumbing Systems Understanding

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational AccuracyWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeamwork

Certifications

High School DiplomaValid Driver's License