Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) - Contractor

CREtelligent, Inc.; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

CREtelligent, Inc. is seeking contractors to join our nationwide environmental due diligence network, focusing on Phase I ESAs for commercial real estate transactions.

You will conduct field observations, review historical records, and prepare detailed Phase I ESA reports in compliance with ASTM E1527-21, working with senior consultants.

This contractor role emphasizes accuracy, thorough reporting, and collaboration across our platform, with remote flexible engagement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Phase I ESA experience in commercial real estate.
• Experience writing Phase I ESA reports.
• Ability to review historical records and regulatory databases.
• Familiarity with ASTM E1527-21 standard preferred.
• Strong technical writing and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Phase I ESAs including field observations and documentation.
• Review historical records and regulatory databases for risks.
• Prepare comprehensive Phase I ESA reports with findings.
• Collaborate with senior environmental consultants and project managers.

Skills

Phase I ESA

Environmental due diligence

Technical writing

Site inspections

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in geology or environmental science

Tools

Quire platform

Job description

Who We’re Looking For.

We are looking for individuals to join our contractor network! This contractor role will help us to expand our commercial environmental due diligence investigation.

Environmental Site Assessment (ESA), plays a key role in conducting environmental due diligence assessments for commercial real estate transactions. This role involves performing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), reviewing historical records, conducting site inspections, and preparing comprehensive reports. The contractor will work closely with senior environmental consultants and project managers to ensure the accuracy and completeness of assessments to provide clients with valuable insights to support their decision-making process.

The ideal contractor will have 5+ years Phase I ESA experience, conducting field work and writing reports to the ASTM E1527-21 Standard, as well as Multi-Family, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac Scope of Work.

Qualifications

• Environmental Professional (EP) as defined by All Appropriate Inquiries (AAI)
• 5+ years’ experience conducting Phase I ESAs or related environmental assessments in the commercial real estate industry.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in geology, environmental science, engineering, or similar discipline (preferred).
• Ability to conduct thorough research using various sources, including historical records, environmental databases, and local regulations.
• Understanding of environmental regulations, contamination types, and the potential impacts on human health and the environment.
• Strong technical writing skills to clearly communicate findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in data collection.
• Familiarity with Quire writing platform and templates preferred

How you’ll make an impact.

• Conduct high quality Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs):
  • Perform detailed site visits to observe current conditions, noting any signs of contamination, such as staining, odors, or waste disposal.
  • Review historical records, including aerial photographs, property records, and regulatory databases, to identify potential environmental risks and liabilities.
• Data Collection and Analysis:
  • Gather and analyze data related to environmental factors, including land use history and regulatory compliance.
  • Evaluate potential environmental risks and liabilities associated with the property.
• Report Preparation:
  • Prepare clear and concise Phase I ESA reports summarizing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
  • Ensure reports are accurate, comprehensive, and compliant with regulatory standards and client requirements.
  • Use the Quire writing platform and templates to prepare detailed, accurate reports with clear descriptions, photographic evidence, and action recommendations.

About us.

Sacramento, CA-based CREtelligent is a nationwide provider of commercial real estate due diligence services, including Environmental Site Assessments, ALTA Land Surveys, Zoning Compliance Reports, Valuation Services, Property Condition Assessments, and more. We provide these services to over 800 clients in the CRE ecosystem including some of the nation’s largest banks, REITS, law firms, owner operators, and insurance companies. Clients leverage our property research and order management platform, RADIUS, to order, status, get delivery and archive CRE due diligence reports.

We manage a nationwide network of service providers (environmental professionals, MAI appraisers, Land Surveyors, Building Inspectors, Engineers, etc.) that perform the on-site property inspection, data collection, and photography of subject and adjacent properties. We interact with this network via an innovative web-based platform. This simplifies the project bidding, scheduling, report delivery, and payment processes.