AEI Consultants is currently seeking Independent Consultants (1099 Contract basis) to support our HUD Building Assessment division on a per project basis. Independent Consultant responsibilities include performing Capital Needs Assessments (CNAs) for existing Multifamily Housing and Assisted Living facilities. Independent Consultants have the opportunity to assess and report on the capital needs of these projects while maintaining autonomy over schedules and workloads.

Duties:  

• 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
• 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
• 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
• Manage multiple projects.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Three years’ experience completing PNAs;
• Understand client needs in transactional due diligence;
• Experience with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or HUD guidelines and Property Needs Assessments a plus;
• Knowledge or previous experience with HUD AEC, FHA, and ADA compliance preferred;
• Must have advanced technical writing skills; and
• Should have a background in architecture, engineering, building forensics, construction management, and/or proven experience with this project type.
• A degree in architecture, engineering or construction management as well as industry experience is recommended.

Requirements:

• Must have firm grasp of spoken and written English;
• Must be capable of managing stairs, and able to climb two- or three-story ladders within OSHA safety guidelines;
• Must work as a team member, utilizing the experience and knowledge of AEI staff who will review and critique reports prior to client delivery; and
• Must deliver outstanding on-time service with proactive solutions.
• Proficiency in Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge of Quire preferred.
• California Independent Contractors required to follow guidelines per AB5 Legislation.

Independent Contractors with AEI may also have the opportunity to conduct monitoring of new construction/renovation projects with our Construction Consulting Services (CCS) Division, to perform Energy Audits with our Energy Services Division, and/or conduct Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Audits, based upon Independent Consultant’s qualifications and experience. See other Contractor Opportunities listed on this site.

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.