Associate Architect /Engineer - Commercial Building Assessments

About the role

Marx Okubo is a trusted national architecture/engineering/construction consulting firm that works with real estate owners, investors, and lenders throughout the property lifecycle. We value technical proficiency, innovation, dedication, and achievement, as well as collaboration both within our organization and with our clients.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze building construction and condition
• Conduct, document, and analyze physical inspections of commercial properties to evaluate their condition and remaining useful life of systems
• Inspect structural components, roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, exteriors, and site work
• Take photographs of representative systems, deficiencies, and deferred maintenance
• Analyze maintenance records, fire inspection reports, and occupancy certificates
• Review and analyze project documents including drawings, specifications, contracts, and budgets
• Prepare formal reports per client and firm specifications, including comprehensive PCRs, detailing findings, immediate repairs, and reserve funding requirements
• Build relationships and develop business

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering
• Registered as a Professional with NCARB or PE licensure. Candidates nearing licensure may be considered
• Minimum 10 years' industry related experience at an architecture firm or similar consulting firm
• Solid understanding of various building materials and methods
• Strong technical skills in commercial construction a must, including state and regional codes
• Experience with Inspecting and assessing building systems and components or closely related forensic work involving remediating issues in the built environment
• Knowledge of construction contract types and forms
• Working knowledge of accessibility standards (FFHA and ADA)
• Cost estimation for both repair/maintenance of existing buildings and new construction
• Design, construction, and/or maintenance of commercial buildings a plus
• Ability to communicate directly with clients, communicate technical issues to non-technical audience, lead/direct teams on specific projects, delegate tasks as appropriate
• Ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High-level organizational, time management, communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
• Proficiency in Bluebeam and Box, and knowledge of Plan Grid
• Willingness to travel 30-50% of the time both in and out of state

Benefits

Marx Okubo is an employee stock ownership plan firm; employee-owned, we offer internal growth, continuing education, mentor/mentee opportunities, as well as 100% paid health insurance premiums for employees, up to a 30% match on your 401(k) contributions, and competitive compensation. Our culture is open to fresh perspectives, curiosity, and innovative mindsets. The base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000.

Schedule

We are on a hybrid schedule with Monday and Tuesday in the office, and the remainder of the week either from home or out in the field.