Associate - Real Estate Due Diligence (Dual-Scope)

About the role

Rimkus' Due Diligence practice is seeking an Associate Consultant to support delivery of both Property Condition Assessments (PCAs) and Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) across a national portfolio of commercial real estate assets. This role supports institutional investors, lenders, and property owners by evaluating property condition, identifying environmental and physical risks, and contributing to capital expenditure planning for real estate transactions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site Property Condition Assessments (PCAs) and Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) across a variety of property types (multifamily, industrial, retail, office, hospitality)
• Perform PCA field evaluations in accordance with ASTM E2018-24 standards and ESA site reconnaissance in accordance with ASTM E1527 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)
• Document conditions with representative photographs and detailed field notes
• Data Collection & Analysis
• Review available property documentation, including maintenance records, capital plans, historical environmental reports, and regulatory data
• Conduct interviews with property managers, owners, and site personnel to gather condition and operational history
• Identify and evaluate observed deficiencies, deferred maintenance, environmental risks, and life-cycle considerations, including anticipated repair and replacement needs
• Support review of regulatory databases and historical records as part of the ESA due diligence process
• Prepare or support PCA and ESA reports that meet client, lender, and agency requirements within established timelines
• Contribute to development of Immediate Repair Needs (IRNs) and Replacement Reserve cost estimates, including multi-year capital expenditure (CapEx) tables
• Aid in preparation of ESA findings, including identification and documentation of RECs and related conclusions
• Participate in internal QA/QC review processes
• Manage multiple concurrent assignments and meet defined deadlines
• Collaborate with internal project management and scheduling teams to confirm site access, timelines, and deliverable requirements
• Support proposal inputs and scope development as needed

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience preparing or contributing to PCA, BCA, FCA, and/or Phase I ESA reports
• 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 50-75%

Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of building system operation, typical life expectancies, and common repair/replacement strategies, with ability to translate findings into capital planning inputs
• Familiarity with environmental due diligence processes, including ASTM E1527 Phase I ESA requirements and REC identification
• 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
• Experience with both PCA and Phase I ESA report preparation
• Experience with Quire technical report writing software
• Experience with project management platforms (e.g., Asana)
• Relevant technical certifications, training, or coursework (e.g., EIT, OSHA, HAZWOPER, BCxP, CEM, or similar)
• Ability to meet or progress toward Environmental Professional (EP) qualifications under 40 CFR312.10

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Science, Geology, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 2-5 years of experience in commercial building assessments, environmental due diligence, construction, or related field
• Experience performing multifamily property inspections
• Experience performing or supporting PCA and/or Phase I ESA assignments
• Experience with transaction-based due diligence for lenders or investors preferred

Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel

• Work will be performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e., Client's office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites)
• Frequent standing, sitting, climbing ladders, bending, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, hearing, and driving a motor vehicle to job sites
• Lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds
• Attention, focus, and alertness when conducting site inspections, speaking, and interacting with clients, preparing drawings and written reports
• Clear vision and depth perception necessary
• Overtime - This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. There will be periods where overtime will be required, which the employee will need to comply with in order to meet the demands of the position.
• Additional Information: NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement!