Property Condition Assessor

Pond, Robinson & Associates; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance (employee)

Paid time off

401k with company matching

Profit sharing

Job summary

Pond, Robinson & Associates seeks an experienced Engineering/Architecture Consultant or Generalist to lead Property Condition Assessments (PCA) for real estate transactions and asset management. Travel 10–40% across the US is required, with focus on thorough inspections, high-quality reporting, and client communications.

Full-time and part-time contracting roles are available, starting interviews by January 2027.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering, construction, architecture, or real estate consulting providing physical due diligence (PCA), construction evaluation, cost estimating, quality control, and/or project management.
• Professional licensure preferred (PE, AIA, RA or equivalent).
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical ability and written communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are critical.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Adobe/PDF skills.
• Ability to travel 10–40% (US-only).

Responsibilities

• Execute project scope including PCA for equity and lender clients.
• Manage 2–3 reports per month.
• Produce feasibility reports for site acquisitions and developments.
• Perform Documentation Design Review (DDR) for new developments.
• Conduct Construction Monitoring and Draw Review (CMDR) for projects under construction.
• Review documentation and site conditions to form opinions and recommendations.
• Organize project files and maintain compliance.
• Contribute to meetings, process updates, and internal training.
• Manage travel, expenses, and time per company policy.
• Engage in continuing education and licensure as needed.

Skills

PCA/Property Condition Assessment

Technical reporting

Engineering/architecture background

Client communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction-related field

Tools

MS Office

Adobe/PDF

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated, thorough, and experienced Engineering, Architecture, Construction Consultant or Generalist to join our Property Condition Assessment team. The successful candidate will play a leading role in conducting physical due diligence and producing comprehensive and well-written reports, helping our clients identify and understand physical risk and technical challenges as they acquire, develop, or manage real estate assets. This position requires frequent travel to various locations, exceptional communication skills, and a strong technical background in engineering or architecture. Positions for full-time employment and part-time contracting work are available.

This position will be looking to start interviewing and hire January 2027!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Scope of Services: Execution of assigned project scope, which includes, but is not limited to:
• Property Condition Assessment (PCA) for both equity and lender-level clients.
• Handle 2-3 reports a month
• Feasibility Reports for site acquisitions and planned developments.
• Document Design Review (DDR) for new developments.
• Construction Monitoring and 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.
• Technical Assessments and Reporting: Deliver high-quality reporting to effectively communicate the property characteristics, site improvements, building systems, and associated recommendations.
• Conduct comprehensive inspections of site conditions and building systems to ensure that all improvements and deficiencies are observed and documented.
• Thoroughly review relevant documentation, drawings, and observed site conditions to form opinions and recommendations, and accurately communicate findings in written reports, cost tables and verbal communications.
• 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 5 years of experience in engineering, construction, architecture, or real estate consulting, specifically providing physical due diligence related to real estate transactions (Property Condition Assessment), construction evaluation, cost estimating, quality control, and / or project management.
• 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.