Property Condition Assessment (PCA) Consultant - Houston, Texas
Location: On the Road in Houston, Texas, United States
Employment type: Full-time
Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 per year
Posted: 3 months ago
Why This Role Matters
MissionHires is seeking a Property Condition Assessment (PCA) Consultant / Staff Facilities Professional to perform Property and Facility Condition Assessments that inform major real estate and asset management decisions. This role offers a 50/50 mix of field and office work, autonomy with collaboration across specialties, fast growth potential, and periodic travel. You’ll evaluate structural, MEP, fire/life safety, and accessibility systems; identify risks and capital needs; and deliver clear, data-backed reports in platforms like Quire and Paragon.
How You'll Contribute
- Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate PCAs/FCAs for small to medium-sized projects
- Execute routine and occasionally complex due diligence assessments across varied property types
- Develop draft reports and client deliverables; translate technical findings into clear, actionable insights
- Make recommendations, adaptations, and modifications for senior consultant review
- Participate on larger, more complex portfolio assignments as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Perform or oversee contract administration for projects of varying sizes
- Apply knowledge of structural, MEP, fire/life safety, and accessibility systems during site evaluations
- Utilize Quire, Paragon, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) to produce high-quality deliverables
- Follow safety rules and pre-task planning; identify and report safety issues
- Maintain quality standards and consistency across all project work
- Work independently in the field and remotely from home; collaborate with environmental and specialty experts
- Travel locally with occasional overnight trips across Texas and beyond
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Bachelor’s degree in building science or related building field with up to 6 years of PCA/FCA experience; or 4–9 years of directly related experience in lieu of a degree
- Broad understanding of building systems (structural, MEP, fire/life safety, accessibility) and how facilities function
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to learn and use Quire and Paragon
- Experience using tablets and portable electronic devices for field data collection
- Ability to produce clear, concise, and impactful technical reports
- Comfort with a 50/50 mix of field and office work and managing multiple projects
- Ability to work remotely from home and while traveling
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history
- Preferred: Professional registrations (RA, PE) or related certifications (RRO, CxP, LEED AP)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a typical week look like for this PCA Consultant role?
It’s about 50% field assessments and 50% office/report work, with a mix of small to medium projects.
Is this position based in Houston and does it require travel?
Yes, it’s in Houston with local projects and occasional overnight travel across Texas and beyond.
What experience do I need for the PCA/FCA work?
Either a bachelor’s in building science (or related) with up to 6 years of PCA/FCA experience, or 4–9 years of related experience without a degree.
Which tools and software will I use day-to-day?
You’ll use Microsoft Word and Excel, and produce reports in Quire and Paragon; tablets are used for field data collection.
Are professional licenses like PE or RA required?
No, they’re preferred (RA, PE, RRO, CxP, LEED AP) but not required.
Is this a remote role or office-based?
You’ll work independently in the field and remotely from home, including while traveling.
What kind of properties will I assess?
A range from office towers to industrial facilities, focusing on structural, MEP, fire/life safety, and accessibility systems.
What is the salary range for this role?
The posted range is USD $110,000 to $130,000 per year.