We are seeking a highly motivated, thorough, and experienced Engineer or Architect Specialist to join our Development Due Diligence and Construction Consulting team. The successful candidate will play a leading role in conducting due diligence for new developments and producing comprehensive and well-written reports; helping our clients identify and understand risk and technical challenges as they acquire, develop, or manage properties of all asset types. Positions for full-time employment and part-time contracting work are available.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Scope of Services: Execution of assigned project scope, which includes, but is not limited to:
- Feasibility Reports for site acquisitions and planned developments.
- Document & Design Review (DDR) for new developments.
- Construction Monitoring & Draw Review (CMDR) for projects under construction.
- Other engineering, architectural, and construction-related consulting projects based upon client needs.
- 10-40% travel required (US-only) to visit client properties.
Thoroughly review relevant engineering documentation, drawings, and construction documents to form opinions and recommendations, and accurately communicate findings in written reports and verbal communications.
Effectively manage your time, resources, and support system to meet project deadlines and manage client expectations.
Project Administration: Demonstrate organization and record compliance.
Organize project files, supporting documentation, and deliverables in conjunction with project coordinators and managers.
Participate and contribute to company meetings, process updates, communications, training, and other duties.
Manage travel, expenses, and time according to company policy.
Continuing Education: Continue to learn and develop technical skill sets through experience, industry certifications, and internal training.
Learn new skills and share knowledge across the organization on an ongoing basis.
Maintain and earn licensure/certifications, as needed, to demonstrate professional competence.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a Construction-related field.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in engineering, construction, architecture, or real estate consulting, specifically providing due diligence related to real estate developments.
- Prefer relevant industry certification, professional licensure, and accreditation such as PE, AIA, RA, or similar.
- Detail-oriented approach to work with strong analytical prowess, customer-facing skills, and the ability to summarize fact-based information into opinions and recommendations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are critical.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Adobe/PDF skills.
- Ability to effectively manage time and meet deadlines in a collaborative working environment.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
Good narrative report writing skills are required.
Benefits Offered (Full-Time only):
- Health and Dental Insurance covered at 100% for employee.
- Paid time off (PTO) for Holidays, Vacations and Personal Days.
- Participation in company sponsored 401k program with matching funds from PR&A.
- Eligible for quarterly Company Profit Share.