PCA Field Assessor

JLL•Washington, DC

1d•Remote

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Property Condition Assessor Prepares Property Condition Assessments (PCAs) to ASTM Standard E2018 and preferred, but not required, experience with client scopes such as Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, underwriting/debt level for lending purposes. Experience with performing PCAs of property types including high-rise office, retail, industrial, multifamily, etc. Preferred, but not required, experience performing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) with knowledge of ASTM E1527.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in architecture, engineering, construction management, environmental science, geology or related field.
Minimum one (1) year of experience with PCAs or related services.
Must demonstrate a general understanding of Property systems including site work, structural, building envelope, and MEP.
Ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret issues related to property conditions and communicate with team members and potentially clients on a collaborative basis.
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, consultative, and exceptional customer service skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality while eliciting relevant information from contacts.
Ability to effectively respond to sensitive issues, complex inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, supervisor and/or management.
Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations.
Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions.
Competency with and ability to adapt to various programs, apps and web platforms for word processing, spreadsheet functions, communications, project tracking, etc.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
The position requires simultaneously managing deliverables for multiple ongoing assignments.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Preferred but not required to also have one (1) year of performance of Phase I ESAs in accordance with ASTM E1527.
Preferred, but not required, certification as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect.
Preferred, but not required, designation as an Environmental Professional.
Preferred, but not required, NRPP Radon Certification.
Preferred, but not required, certification as US EPA AHERA inspector.

Responsibilities

Performs PCAs ASTM, JLL and client protocols in a timely manner.
Evaluate building systems and conditions, seismic, accessibility, MEP, or other specialties, as well as client scopes such as Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, etc. and/or frequently encountered recognized environmental issues/conditions and remedies.
Conducts walk-through surveys to assess condition of property development and/or to identify, to the extent feasible pursuant to the ASTM processes, recognized environmental conditions in connection with a property and its surrounding properties.
Must safely access roofs when part of work scope.
Interviews property owners, occupants, key site personnel and local government officials to obtain information concerning a property’s condition and/or information concerning the past/historical and current use of a property and identifying potential environmental concerns.
Reviews repair/improvement cost information, certificates of occupancy, maintenance reports and logs, Building and Fire Department inspection reports, and similar information and/or reviews historical information including municipal records, aerial photographs, topographic maps, fire insurance maps, city directories, etc., and interprets findings to identify the presence of environmental concerns.
Takes photographs of representative systems, conditions, and physical deficiencies and/or representative areas of a property and surrounding properties in support in support of the ESA.
Estimates costs to remedy deficiencies.
If performing an ESA, review Federal, State and Municipal records and databases to identify environmental conditions that may adversely impact a property.
May develop business with clients, present services, and support revenue growth of the business.
Some overnight travel may be required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all company policies and procedures.