Property Inspector in Glen Allen, Virginia at ASCENDING LLC

Property Inspector – Rental Housing Portfolio
1 year contract (potential to extend 1 year)
Glen Allen, VA

Job Overview:
The Property Inspector is responsible for conducting thorough physical inspections of multifamily properties to ensure quality housing, regulatory compliance, and early identification of operational risks. The role involves evaluating property conditions, maintenance practices, capital needs, and housekeeping standards, and ensuring that all inspections align with established protocols and program requirements. This position will document deficiencies, provide actionable recommendations to property owners and agents, and support overall compliance and monitoring efforts. Collaboration with various stakeholders is an essential aspect of this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform on-site inspections of properties, including interior and exterior assessments, to evaluate maintenance practices, overall conditions, and housekeeping standards.
• Identify and document deficiencies or issues and recommend corrective actions to property owners and managers.
• Assess capital needs and operational risks, providing detailed reports for follow-up.
• Ensure all inspections are conducted in accordance with internal protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Support compliance and monitoring activities as required.
• Communicate effectively—both in writing and in-person—with property representatives and stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to address quality and compliance concerns.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in property management, maintenance, or construction.
• Ability to conduct physical inspections, including climbing stairs, walking grounds, crouching, and moving through parking lots.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable with inspecting occupied units.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass an MVR (motor vehicle record) check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with NSPIRE Inspection Protocols.

Additional Details:

• The role requires frequent day travel; use of a company vehicle is provided.