Independent Engineering Consultant

Property Solutions Inc.; Moorestown Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking Independent Architectural/Engineering consultants in the United States. This full-time position involves conducting Property Condition Assessments and Construction Monitoring for various properties. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering and at least 5 years of related experience. The role requires detail orientation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to travel 30-40% of the time.

Qualifications

• Professional license desired.
• 5+ years of building evaluation or commercial design experience.
• Experience performing PCAs in accordance with ASTM 2018-24, Freddie Mac or Fannie Mae Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Property Condition Assessment and Construction Monitoring Reports.
• Conduct walk-through surveys of buildings to assess condition.
• Interview property owners and key site personnel.
• Review as-built plans and construction drawings.
• Prepare cost estimates for building systems needing repair.

Skills

Detail orientation

Excellent verbal and written communication

Proficiency in Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and Outlook

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Job description

Overview

Property Solutions Inc. is seeking Independent Architectural/Engineering consultants in the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast, and West areas to join our expanding network of Independent Consultants (IC). You will conduct Property Condition Assessments (PCA) and Construction Monitoring (CM) for various contract opportunities nationwide. The position exposes you to a wide variety of property types including residential, office, retail, hospitality, and warehouse/distribution buildings. This is an ideal role for architects and engineers who wish to apply their technical and forensic investigation skills to building system/component failure. With Property Solutions, you will also work with seasoned architects/engineers, conducting and leading projects independently.

Property Solutions Inc. is one of the nation's leading providers of comprehensive environmental and engineering consulting services and is expanding our network of independent consultants. Established in 1992 as a specialty consultant to the real estate industry, Property Solutions is a nationwide, full-service provider of Environmental Assessment Services, Property Condition Assessment Services, Seismic Risk (PML) Assessment Services, Remediation Services, Industrial Hygiene Services, and Construction Management/Monitoring Services. We have performed work in all 50 states, U.S. territories, the Caribbean, Canada, Mexico, and Europe. Property Solutions is known for the quality of our work, our professionalism and responsiveness, the business and technical expertise of our staff, and the personalized nature of our services.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Property Condition Assessment Reports and Construction Monitoring Reports
• Conduct walk‑through surveys of buildings to assess the condition of major systems: site work improvements, structural, facades and roofs, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems
• Interview property owners, occupants, key site personnel and local government officials to obtain information concerning the subject property’s condition
• Take document photographs of representative building systems, conditions, and physical deficiencies
• Review as‑built plans and construction drawings, as provided
• Conduct public records research regarding building and fire code violations
• Prepare cost estimates for building systems needing repair or replacement
• Perform Construction Monitoring and review of payment applications for lenders, investors and equity clients

Desired Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent field
• Professional license desired
• Experience performing PCAs in accordance with ASTM 2018‑24, Freddie Mac and/or Fannie Mae Guidelines
• 5+ years of building evaluation or commercial design experience (including but not limited to commercial buildings, manufacturing/industrial properties, office buildings, strip retail, shopping centers, and multi‑family housing properties)
• Passion for detail orientation and organization with ability to multitask
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and Outlook
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to travel up to 30‑40% of the time
• Deliver outstanding customer service through timely response and proactive solutions to client needs

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology