Housing Inspector

Company: CGI
Location: Columbus
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Position Description: CGI Federal, a wholly owned subsidiary of CGI and a trusted federal contractor, partners with IT, business, and public housing agencies across the United States. We anticipate future openings for Housing Inspectors in Columbus, OH. In this role, you will conduct housing inspections in alignment with HUD guidelines, ensuring quality and compliance for public housing programs. This position is located in Columbus, OH Your future duties and responsibilities: • Monitor, evaluate and document housing conditions of rental assistance clients. • Ensure that all assigned annual and new units are inspected timely and cited HQS violations are brought into compliance within given time frames. • Follow-up on all inspections to determine if required work has been completed properly and within specified time constraints. • Educate program participants, appropriate agencies, and the general public entities concerning HQS and client-specific regulations, policies and procedures. • Research and respond to inquiries regarding HQS and other inspection related matters. • Participate effectively within and across teams to solve issues and deliver quality service to client, owners, agents and participants. • Clearly and accurately document specific information pertaining to each dwelling unit. • Perform related duties as assigned by the Inspections Supervisor and provide adequate coverage in other areas as needed. Required qualifications to be successful in this role: • A minimum of 1 year of directly related experience. • High School diploma or GED. • Knowledge of local building codes, construction methods (new and rehabilitation) and housing systems (electrical, plumbing, heating). • Experience in the fields of Public Housing, Building Maintenance, Real Estate, Building Inspections, Code Enforcement or the equivalent of education and experience, Licensed Home Inspector (preferred). • Must be able to demonstrate diplomacy when dealing with housing applicants, residents, property owners, real estate agencies and staff. • Ability to work independently and complete daily assignments. • Strong interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, as well as effective negotiation skills. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Must be PC literate and able to effectively use MS Word, Excel and Outlook and hand-held electronic devices. • Must possess a valid driver license, a good driving record and meet all state insurance requirements. • Must have access to a reliable vehicle to conduct daily field work and be available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. • Inspector’s must be able to pay business expenses up front and then be reimbursed within a reasonable length of time per CGI's expense policy. • Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearance requirements, US citizenship is required. Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required: • Experience in the fields of Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher, Real Estate, Building Inspections is highly desirable. • Strong interpersonal, verbal, written, and negotiation skills, good organizational skills, detail- oriented. • Self-starter that can work independently to assure completion of daily work assignments. • Licensed Home Inspector (Preferred). CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $31,500.00 - $75,500.00. What you can expect from us: Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business. CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned. We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Click here to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members. All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances. CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.

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