Facility Assessment Specialist

Kraus-Anderson offers an opportunity to make an immediate impact with an industry leader!

Core Purpose: Building enduring relationships and strong communities

Core Values:

• Integrity – Do the right thing…always be respectful, honest and fair
• Commitment – Take ownership, work hard, and keep promises
• Teamwork – Collaborate to foster trust and success for all
• Value People – Support each other in a safe, positive environment where people are recognized and appreciated for their contributions  

Our Company

For more than a century, Kraus-Anderson has been transforming the American landscape. 

Founded in 1897 and privately owned and managed by the Engelsma family for more than 70 years, KA is consistently ranked by Engineering News Record among the top 50 general contractors in the United States. Our base of operations in Minnesota is supplemented with regional offices, extending our capabilities coast to coast.

We take a highly collaborative approach to our work. We work closely with owners, architects and the entire planning team well before ground is broken; providing cost analyses, scheduling information, and value engineering services to ensure that our client can make informed decisions leading to a timely finish of the highest quality and the best value.

Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• Inspects facility systems and materials including but not limited to; site conditions, building structure, exterior envelope, interior finishes, fire protection, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, conveyance, technology, various building infrastructure and systems.
• Creates detail maintenance reports to assist owner in long term facility planning. 
• Estimates costs and prioritize for repair, replacement, and maintenance of building systems. 
• Assists project team in facility master planning and budgeting to help identify facility needs beyond building repairs and maintenance versa building replacement. 
• Builds and maintains a relationship with the client and review any deliverables from project team before distributing to the client.
• Communicates to the facility assessment manager and/or director, on future client and prospect consulting, service, or project opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Engineering, Architectural, or Construction Management background, familiar with the construction and operation of a facility and its associated property and grounds (inclusive of understanding of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) systems, exterior envelop, interior construction, building structure systems, etc.)
• Demonstrated computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Business development skills to support and grow this business effort.
• Satisfactory verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency and meet challenging work goals.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Ability to possess and maintain exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others.
• Ensure deadlines are met and work assignments are completed on time. 
• Ensure that all duties follow KA’s quality and safety standards.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Associates degree in a related field. 
• Experience in architecture, construction management, building operations, or engineering.
• Association with Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA), International Facility Management Association (IFMA) or American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) trade organizations.

Other:

• Valid Driver's License, ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record, and adhere to KA’s Motor Vehicle Policy
• Travel within the Twin Cities metro and surrounding areas will be required on a regular basis.  Additional travel, including overnight), will be up to 25% of the time. 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For Field/Jobsite Requirements:  

• Frequently sits, stands and talks. 
• Clearly communicate information (both written and verbal) to colleagues and key stakeholders. 
• Stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; 50%+
• Use a computer/laptop/iPad in open office environment with natural and/or florescent lighting.
• Navigate between office building floors, and attend off-site meetings/site visits.
• Site visits will require covering sites of nearly 400K SF per day ~ 3-4 Miles per day.   
• Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds.
• Vision abilities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  
• Must work and climb on a jobsite to review or inspect work progress.  

Ability to maneuver on ladders and scaffolding, walk through sand or mud, climb on and around vehicles and construction equipment.

Salary Range:  $75,000 to $90,000 annually, plus discretionary incentive program. 

While the range listed represents the anticipated hiring range for this position, offers at the upper end of the range are uncommon. Pay is based on many factors including but not limited to education, skill, experience, training, certifications, and other business needs.

Why KA?

We offer a challenging, rewarding, and supportive environment where employees are positioned to make a positive impact on our business, our communities, and their own future. 

We believe in building leaders. KA offers a wide range of enrichment and professional growth opportunities through KA University and community service opportunities through our KA Has Heart Volunteer Program.

KA offers full time employees (30+ hours) a significant Total Rewards package including:

• Medical insurance Plan Options
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wellness Program
• Fitness Center (Minneapolis)
• KA University Training and Development
• Fitness Center, KA corporate headquarters, Minneapolis
• 401(k) Plan
• Company sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Company sponsored Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Time Off including vacation, sick and holiday pay
• Workplace Flexibility
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Military Leave for Active Reserve Duty
• Free Parking 

Along with our employer sponsored plans, we also offer an array of Voluntary Benefits and other perks.

Make A Positive Impact

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