Field Assessors
Jones Lange Lasalle Inc.
2021-12-04 02:00:03
Miami, Florida, United States
Job type: fulltime
Job industry: Real Estate & Property
Job description
About JLL -
We're JLL-a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 91,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That's why we're committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We're using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we're honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we're headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements below. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Field Assessor (Property Condition and/or Environmental)
* Prepares complex Property Condition Assessments (PCAs) to ASTM Standard E2018 and/or Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) with subject matter expertise of ASTM E1527, as well as client scopes such as Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, underwriting/debt level for lending purposes.
* Experience with performing PCAs of property types including campus/regional, high-rise office, retail, industrial, multifamily, etc, and/or experience with performing ESAs of most property types including gas stations, dry cleaners campus/regional, historic, high-rise office, retail, industrial, multifamily, manufacturing, etc.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Performs PCAs and/or Phase I ESAs to ASTM, JLL and client protocols in a timely manner.
* Subject matter expert in evaluating 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, reviews 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.
* May perform senior reviews of PCA reports.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
* Complies with all company policies and procedures.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
* No direct supervisory responsibilities.
* May mentor and provide technical guidance to more junior team members to further develop competencies.
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
* Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in architecture, engineering, construction management, environmental science, geology or related field.
* Minimum three years of experience with PCAs or related services and/or minimum 5 years of performance of Phase I ESAs in accordance with ASTM E1527.
* Must demonstrate a general understanding of Property systems including site work, structural, building envelope, and MEP.
CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES
* Preferred, but not required, certification as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect.
* Preferred certification as US EPA AHERA inspector.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
* 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.
REASONING ABILITY
* 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.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES
* 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.
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What you can expect from us
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We can't wait to see where your ambitions take you at JLL. Apply today!
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