Facilities Assessment Staff Associate

ECS is seeking a Facilities Assessment Staff Associate to join our Florida Building Science Infrastructure team in Sarasota, FL. In this role, you will support facilities assessment and due diligence consulting projects while developing foundational skills in performing property condition assessments (PCAs), technical analysis, and report preparation. You will work with experienced consultants and multidisciplinary teams to perform assessments, pre- & post- construction surveys, accessibility assessments, and related services. This position provides hands-on field experience and technical training while building a strong foundation in facilities assessment consulting.

Responsibilities

Technical & Field Work

• Perform property/facility condition assessments, facility needs assessments, pre- & post-construction surveys, accessibility assessments, among other related services under the supervision of more senior staff.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of buildings and building systems (MEP, FLS, etc.) and basic experience with data collection.
• Perform property condition assessments under the supervision of more senior staff. Tasks may include document review, determining remaining useful life, cost estimates, etc.
• Basic knowledge of ASTM standard E2018
• Perform pre and post construction surveys. Tasks may include documenting target properties, reviewing or creating photo archives, etc.
• Perform Facility Condition Assessments (FCA's) under the supervision of more senior staff. Tasks may be associated with assessment management, data collection, inventory/database update, etc.

Project Management

• Attend project meetings with senior staff and assist with resolutions to technical and administrative problems.
• Begin to learn how to manage project budgets and the need for change orders. Prepare invoices and assist with collection efforts. Proactively communicate with your supervisor about testing or budget concerns.
• Demonstrate basic ability to prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines. Consult with your supervisor to help prioritize tasks on a daily basis.
• Initiate project set up and implementation with supervision.
• Assist with the preparation of proposals.

Client Interaction & Team Collaboration

• Interact and collaborate with staff members on a variety of projects.
• Interface with contractors and other site personnel on project sites.
• Begin to learn about marketing and business development with a focus on building your client database and maintaining regular client contacts.

Documentation and Reporting

• Possess acceptable basic technical writing skills with regard to basic conventions of spelling, grammar, and professional content. Collaborate with more senior staff to produce reports. Work to improve writing skills, as necessary, under the direction of supervisors and Principal reviewers.
• Develop an understanding of the relation of field observations, test results, and conclusions in reports. Prepare building science infrastructure reports and perform analysis under the direction of senior staff.
• Clearly document observations, perform internal and client provided document reviews and prepare assessment reports.

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Architecture (NCARB), or a related field required
• 0 years of related experience required
• Certifications may be required depending on the type of testing performed.

Knowledge & Skills

• Basic knowledge of building science & infrastructure principles and applications.
• Basic knowledge of building and materials codes and construction practices.
• Basic knowledge of structural, architectural, and building systems, design, and/or analysis
• Excellent oral & written communication skills.
• Dependable, self-motivated, responsible and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work effectively in teams, with clients, peers and subordinates, as well as independently. Willing to take and follow detailed direction from superiors.
• Limited project management and consulting skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, stand for extended periods, walk on uneven terrain, and perform work at heights.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license required if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
  • E-5

Why Join ECS?

• Nationwide Building Science Infrastructure Consulting practice made up of more than 180 employees with deep technical expertise and opportunities for collaboration across the country
• Opportunity to lead high-profile projects with technical complexity and visibility
• Be part of a growing and innovative team focused on technical excellence and client service
• Supportive work environment that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning
• Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits
• ECS is an employee-owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership program (ESOP)!
• 401(k) with up to 4% match
• Tuition Assistance Program
• And more!

ECS Core Values:Collaborate, Focus & Lead

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, clickhere.