AEI Consultants is currently seeking Independent Consultants to support our Environmental Due Diligence division on a per project basis. Independent Consultant responsibilities include performing Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in accordance with ASTM E1527-21 for existing commercial properties such as multi-family residential, office, hospitality, retail, industrial, educational, religious, educational, recreational, medical, and assisted living property types, as well as others. Independent Consultants have the opportunity to assess and report on various commercial projects while maintaining autonomy over schedules and workloads.

Duties:

• Perform project set-up, including regulatory research and coordination of site visits;
• Submit Regulatory Inquiries in a timely manner and perform required file reviews;
• Photo document site features and conditions;
• Conduct basic interviews of regulatory officials and knowledgeable persons;
• Make recommendations for further study based upon AEI's recommendation libraries;
• Write clear and concise reports using AEI supplied report templates and writing platforms;
• Manage multiple projects.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Qualify as EP in accordance with AAI Rule;
• Understand client needs in transactional due diligence;
• Knowledge in assessing various property types (including but not limited to gas stations, dry cleaners, printing facilities, industrial and manufacturing sites, and automotive repair and body shops) preferred;
• Must have advanced technical writing skills;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Quire or Parcel a plus;
• Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training certification, asbestos inspector, and/or lead-based paint certification also a plus; and
• A degree in environmental science, engineering or geology-related science as well as industry experience is recommended. 

Requirements:

• Must have firm grasp of spoken and written English;
• Must be personable and able to communicate with people at all levels;
• Must be a self-starter, resourceful, and have the ability to work productively on multiple projects at a time under strict deadlines;
• Must work as a team member, utilizing the experience and knowledge of AEI staff who will review and critique reports prior to client delivery;
• Must deliver outstanding on-time service with proactive solutions; 
• Must have the ability to coordinate and respond to requests for changes in projects scope without project flow disruption;
• Knowledge of Quire preferred; and
• California Independent Contractors required to follow guidelines per AB5 Legislation.

OVERVIEW

AEI Consultants is an employee-owned consulting firm that provides comprehensive services to commercial lenders, property owners, managers, tenants, and developers, industries, institutions, government agencies, and insurers, including many Fortune 500 companies. These services include environmental, property and facility assessments, zoning and energy consulting, site investigation and remediation, industrial hygiene, land surveying, valuation, and construction risk management. AEI specializes in identifying potential risks and crafting solutions through Environmental and Building Evaluation Consulting, Construction Services, Site Investigation and Remediation expertise. AEI Consultants is known for being reliable, responsive and resourceful. Founded in 1992, AEI is based in the San Francisco Bay area and has offices strategically located throughout the United States. 

At AEI Consultants, we celebrate and support diversity and are committed to creating and preserving an inclusive environment for the benefit of our employees and our community.  If you don’t meet every requirement but are excited about this opportunity and it aligns with your career goals then we still encourage you to apply. AEI Consultants is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.  AEI Consultants believes that diversity among our teammates is critical to our success and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.