Facilities Professional / Property Condition Assessor (PCA)

Terracon; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Lawrenceville, GA is seeking professionals to perform property condition assessments across building types. Candidates should have a solid grasp of building systems and construction types, with preference given to those with expertise in roofing, electrical, HVAC, or structural areas.

Flexible to assist in other facilities tasks; role focuses on learning how building elements interact to meet environmental goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in building science or related field (or 4-9 years of related experience).
• Preference for candidates with engineering or architectural degree eligible for EI/PE/AIA registration.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.
• Drug screening required.
• Background screening required for working in school district buildings.

Responsibilities

• Works on routine projects, with increasing complexity as proficiency is demonstrated.
• Performs assessments, inspections and testing.
• Prepares reports, plans, specifications, calculations, and research.
• Assists and gains exposure to projects of greater complexity and scope.
• Performs and sometimes oversees contract administration for small-to-medium projects.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects; participate in pre-task planning; report safety issues to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Building science knowledge

Facility assessment experience

Construction knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in building science or related field

Job description

General Responsibilities:

The primary work of this role will be to perform property condition assessments of various building types. A general knowledge of building systems and general construction types will be required, with a preference for candidates with in-depth experience in a specific area, such as roofing systems, electrical distributions systems, HVAC controls, structural systems, etc.

Candidate should be flexible and willing to assist in other facilities related work when needed. Any assignment will target the goal of learning about all elements of the construction process and how different systems of a building interact to achieve a desired environment for a specific purpose.

Diagnose and develop repair/restoration solutions for the built environment. This includes all major components and systems of buildings and other infrastructure. Projects range from property condition assessments to detailed evaluations of structural systems, roofs, facades, plaza deck and below grade waterproofing systems, MEP systems, pavements, industrial floors, and construction materials. Assessment techniques include, visual examination, non-destructive testing, instrumentation and load testing, laboratory testing, and destructive examinations. Client deliverables range from reports of findings and recommendations to development of restoration design documents and construction oversight/administration.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Works on routine projects, with increasing complexity as proficiency is demonstrated.
• Performs assessments, inspections and testing.
• Prepares reports, plans, specifications, calculations, and research.
• Assists and gains exposure to projects of greater complexity and scope.
• Performs and sometimes oversees contract administration for small-to-medium projects.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in building science or related building field and up to 5 years' experience in facility assessment. Or, in lieu of a degree, 4-9 years' related experience.
• Preference for candidates with an engineering or architectural degree eligible for EI/PE/AIA registration.
• A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Drug screening required.
• Successfully complete the background screening required to work in school district buildings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registered Roof Observer (RRO), Registered Waterproofing Consultant (RWC) or equivalent certification.