Project Manager - Architect or Engineer

Job Description

Project Manager – Building Sciences
and Engineering

AEI Consultants is currently seeking a
Project Manager to join our
expanding Building Sciences and Engineering division. As a Project
Manager, your primary responsibilities will include performing Property
Condition Assessments of existing commercial properties and monitoring new
construction or renovation projects. AEI
also offers energy and ADA audits. Working
knowledge of these specialty services is a plus. Experience in performing
property condition assessments and writing property condition reports is a
plus.

The Project Manager position is a unique
opportunity that will expose you to all building types and all building
systems. You will have the opportunity
to assess and report on the property condition of various commercial projects
such as multi-family residential, office, hospitality, retail, industrial,
educational, religious, educational, recreational, medical, and assisted living
property types, as well as manufactured housing and marinas. The project
manager should be familiar with the performance of building and site
systems. A candidate for this position
should have a background in architecture, engineering, building forensics, or
construction management. A college
degree in one of these disciplines as well as industry experience is
recommended. Property condition
assessment work requires technical writing proficiency, photography skills,
understanding of cost estimating for general budget purposes.

Within Construction Consulting Services,
the Project Manager will assist our clients in identifying construction
risks and keep them informed as to a project’s construction status. This
is an exciting position. No other position will expose you to all of the
intricacies and stakeholders of the real estate development and delivery
process.

Responsibilities for the project
manager will include the following:

• Make
  forensic assessment of major building systems and distressed conditions


• Take
  photos of site and building system conditions


• Conduct
  basic interviews and research covering property maintenance history


• Make
  recommendations for maintenance and probable costs for building systems
  using our cost and recommendation libraries


• Write
  clear and concise condition and status reports using our in-house report
  templates


• Review
  of proposed or as-built construction drawings


• Conduct
  public records research regarding building, zoning, and fire code
  violations


• Conduct periodic site visits to: monitor
  construction, review contractors’ requisitions for payment, and recommend
  the release of construction funds;


• Observe general compliance of as-built
  conditions with the contract drawings and specifications;


• Review construction schedules, trade payment
  breakdowns, job cost reports, and payment requisitions;


• Consult clients on mitigating construction
  risk through the use of bonding techniques;


• Manage multiple projects;


• Be physically fit, capable of managing stairs
  as well as two or three story ladders.


• Work as a team member, utilizing the
  experience and knowledge of senior authors who will review and critique
  your reports before delivery to our clients


• Deliver outstanding client service
  with timely responses and proactive solutions.

We are seeking a professional,
dedicated, enthusiastic individual with the following experience, skills and
attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering or construction
  management, or equivalent field experience and licenses


• Certification
  as either a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect preferred;


• 5 to 9 years of construction
  administration, construction management, architecture, engineering or
  similar experience


• Experience performing PCAs and related projects


• Knowledge and experience in assessing various property types


• Knowledge of the entitlement/permitting process and construction
  delivery methods and agreements;


• Familiarity
  with construction best practices, general building codes, and various
  building types;


• Passion for
  being detail oriented and organized


• Proficiency
  in Word, Excel, and Outlook;


• Advanced writing and communication skills


• Personable and able to communicate with people at all levels


• Willingness to travel if necessary


• Self-starter, resourceful, and the ability to work productively and
  independently on multiple projects at a time under strict deadlines with
  guidance from senior staff


• Ability to occasionally climb ladders to access two and three
  story, low-slope roofs


• Physical fitness to work outside and navigate stairs, sites, and
  building interiors


• Experience with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or HUD guidelines and
  Property Needs Assessments a plus

AEI is a growing national environmental and engineering
consulting services firm. We have been
in business for over 22 years and have a diverse and increasing client base
including commercial lenders, private equity investors, REITs, and
developers. AEI constantly strives to be
an industry leader in the services that we provide. Our national footprint and industry
experience allows us to be the go-to company for our clients. We also work in Central America and the Caribbean. 

Additional Information

All your information AEI is a growing national environmental and engineering consulting services firm. We have been in business for over 22 years and have a diverse and increasing client base including commercial lenders, private equity investors, REITs, and developers. AEI constantly strives to be an industry leader in the services that we provide. Our national footprint and industry experience allows us to be the go-to company for our clients. will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About the Company

Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Northern California, AEI Consultants is a full-service environmental engineering firm operating with 19 offices strategically located throughout the US. AEI is committed to providing responsive, accurate, cost-effective environmental and engineering consulting services that empower our clients to achieve solutions associated with complex real estate-related issues and associated business risk. We measure our success through the following areas: client satisfaction and retention, a challenging and rewarding work environment for our staff, and maintaining the highest standard of professional integrity in every aspect of our business.

AEI is known for our dependability and responsiveness. From the initial consult to the final reports, our reliable staff takes ownership of each project including set-up, research, field work, billing, and client communication, resulting in accurate, concise and well-organized reporting and assessments.

AEI provides the following services:
• Environmental Site Assessments
• Phase II Investigations
• Remedial Design/Implementation
• Indoor Air Quality Management
• Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint Management
• Mold Investigations
• Brownfield Services
• Property Condition Assessments
• Seismic Studies
• ADA Compliance Surveys
• Construction Monitoring
• Construction Project Management
• Construction Analysis & Monitoring
• Capital Expenditure Monitoring
• Annual Property Inspections
• Third Party Peer Reviews

Specialties: Environmental and Property Condition Assessments for Property Owners, financial and institutional investment firms, SBA, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and HUD