Beam, Longest and Neff, L.L.C. is Hiring a Residential Property Inspector/Project Representative Near Lansing, MI
Beam, Longest, and Neff (BLN) is a full service heavy civil engineering and program management firm. Founded over 75 years ago, BLN is a leading firm across the United States. BLN is seeking individuals who are interested in gaining inspection skills, helping their communities, in working in a fast-paced environment.
BLN possesses a full training curriculum to prepare candidates for residential inspections. Prior experience is not required but is preferred. Inspections will be performed throughout the state and are expected to last 2-3 years.
Duties & Responsibilities:
The Inspector must attend all required training, complete required certifications, and maintain a complete understanding of all applicable Program policies, requirements, and procedures while working independently to manage inspection assignments. In addition, the Inspector’s responsibilities include the following:
Document activities and homeowner communications in tablet-based inspection application.
Inspect the interior and exterior areas of each home, including crawlspaces and attics
Take photographs, record scope notes, and complete checklists or other forms as required.
Enter field data and eligible scope into tablet-based application and generate scopes for program-eligible work.
Perform initial home assessments, progress inspections and final inspections in accordance with program guidelines and requirements.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the program’s strategic direction
Provide a professional appearance at all times
Provide citizens with professional customer service at all times
Desired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Excellent typing skills and proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to react promptly and efficiently to shifting priorities and guidelines.
Capability and willingness to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
Experience with typical residential inspections, FEMA damage assessments, or HUD CDBG housing and/or similar programs preferred.
Qualifications: Inspector candidates should possess the qualifications identified below:
Ability to accurately scope storm related damage and accurately sketch and enter all variables and line items into the tablet-based application.
Operate laptop/tablet, laser measuring device, ladder, camera, and other tools as necessary.
Ability to access and inspect all areas of a subject home.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong analytical skills, ability to work independently, and effective interpersonal skills.