Real Estate Due Diligence Consultant - Property Condition Assessments (PCA)

Summary

Rimkus is a global leader in Built Environment Solutions, providing customized and high-quality services to maximize client investments. The Real Estate Due Diligence Consultant is responsible for conducting Property Condition Assessments and preparing reports to help clients evaluate property conditions and identify potential risks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site Property Condition Assessments (PCAs) across a variety of property types (multifamily, industrial, retail, office, hospitality) in accordance with ASTM E2018-24 standards
• Evaluate structural systems, building envelope and roofing, MEP systems, fire and life safety systems, and site improvements
• Observe and comment on general compliance considerations, including accessibility (ADA)
• Perform inspections in accordance with project scope and client requirements
• Document conditions with representative photographs and detailed field notes
• Review available property documentation, including maintenance records and capital plans
• Interview property managers and on-site personnel to gather condition history and capital improvement information
• Identify and evaluate observed deficiencies, deferred maintenance, and life-cycle considerations, including anticipated repair and replacement needs
• Prepare PCA reports that meet client, lender, and agency requirements within established timelines
• Develop Immediate Repair Needs (IRNs) and Replacement Reserve cost estimates, including multi-year capital expenditure (CapEx) tables
• Support and participate in internal QA/QC review processes
• Manage multiple concurrent assignments and meet defined deadlines
• Coordinate with internal project management and scheduling teams to confirm site access, timelines, and deliverable requirements
• Support proposal inputs and scope development as needed
• Collaborate with environmental (ESA), structural, and MEP specialists on multi-scope engagements

Skills

• Demonstrated experience preparing or contributing to PCA, BCA, or FCA reports, including capital reserve/replacement cost forecasting
• Comfortable performing fieldwork in varying conditions, including roof access, crawlspaces, ladders, and mechanical rooms
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to translate field observations into clear, client-ready findings
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools, including Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work independently with limited supervision
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 50–60%
• Understanding of building system operation, typical life expectancies, and common repair/replacement strategies, with ability to translate findings into capital planning inputs
• Working knowledge of building systems, including structural, building envelope, MEP, and fire protection systems, and their general operation and maintenance
• Familiarity with national model building codes and standards (ICC Codes), National Electrical Code (NEC), and applicable life safety systems (e.g., NFPA 72), with ability to interpret local jurisdictional variations
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial building condition assessments, with working knowledge of structural systems, building envelope, and MEP systems
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT/EI) or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, or progress toward licensure, preferred
• Ability to perform fieldwork in a variety of environments, including walking large sites, accessing roofs, and navigating mechanical spaces
• Position is exempt and may require occasional extended hours to meet project deadlines
• Ability to travel up to 50–60% for site inspections
• Valid driver's license required
• Experience with Quire technical report writing software
• Experience with project management platforms (e.g., Asana)
• Relevant technical certifications, training, or coursework (e.g., BCxP, CEM, or similar)

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Demonstrated experience preparing or contributing to PCA, BCA, or FCA reports, including capital reserve/replacement cost forecasting
• Comfortable performing fieldwork in varying conditions, including roof access, crawlspaces, ladders, and mechanical rooms
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to translate field observations into clear, client-ready findings
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools, including Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work independently with limited supervision
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 50–60%
• Understanding of building system operation, typical life expectancies, and common repair/replacement strategies, with ability to translate findings into capital planning inputs
• Working knowledge of building systems, including structural, building envelope, MEP, and fire protection systems, and their general operation and maintenance
• Familiarity with national model building codes and standards (ICC Codes), National Electrical Code (NEC), and applicable life safety systems (e.g., NFPA 72), with ability to interpret local jurisdictional variations
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial building condition assessments, with working knowledge of structural systems, building envelope, and MEP systems
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT/EI) or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, or progress toward licensure, preferred
• Ability to perform fieldwork in a variety of environments, including walking large sites, accessing roofs, and navigating mechanical spaces
• Position is exempt and may require occasional extended hours to meet project deadlines
• Ability to travel up to 50–60% for site inspections
• Valid driver's license required

Nice to Haves

• Experience with Quire technical report writing software
• Experience with project management platforms (e.g., Asana)
• Relevant technical certifications, training, or coursework (e.g., BCxP, CEM, or similar)

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home