Property Inspector – Multifamily
Our client is seeking a Property Inspector to conduct comprehensive physical inspections across an affordable multifamily housing portfolio. This role performs 100% unit inspections, evaluates properties against HUD NSPIRE standards, and conducts punch-list inspections of newly constructed and renovated units prior to occupancy.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct recurring inspections of units, common areas, building exteriors, and site elements.
- Identify and document NSPIRE deficiencies, including health and safety issues, with photos and detailed reports.
- Communicate deficiencies to property management and maintenance teams and track corrective actions through resolution.
- Conduct punch-list inspections of new construction and renovated units to verify quality, completeness, and compliance with plans/specifications.
- Re-inspect completed punch-list items prior to unit approval and occupancy.
- Coordinate inspections with property management, construction teams, contractors, and development staff.
- Prepare inspection reports and portfolio-level summaries for leadership and compliance purposes.
- Support HUD, state agency, lender, investor, and other third-party inspections.
- Travel regularly to portfolio properties, including occasional overnight and out-of-state travel.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in property inspection, maintenance, construction, or multifamily property management; affordable/LIHTC housing experience preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; construction, building inspection, or property management coursework/certification preferred.
- NSPIRE Inspector Certification strongly preferred or ability to obtain after hire.
- Working knowledge of building systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and structural components.
- Familiarity with HUD and LIHTC requirements preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, documentation, organization, and communication skills.
- Comfortable using tablets/inspection software, digital photography, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly, including overnight travel.