Consultant, Asset Management

JRS Engineering (JRS) is an industry-leading engineering firm providing professional consulting services throughout Western Canada.

Since 1997, we have remained committed to delivering best-in-class building science solutions that prioritize value, quality, and performance.

We work with our clients developers, architects, building owners, property managers, legal and insurance professionals, industry consultants, manufacturers, and contractors to deliver technically sound, cost-effective solutions for projects of any size and complexity.

We’re problem-solvers with high standards. We seek to hire those who thrive on collaboration, love a technical challenge, and can apply that knowledge to come up with practical solutions that work for our clients.

Your Opportunity

You will assist with asset / reserve planning reports, advice, and consultation to property owners, managers, consisting of strata councils, co-op boards and commercial owners.

This includes reserve planning / analysis, condition assessments, site reviews, and report writing.

Here’s what you’ll be doing at JRS

• Become proficient in all kinds of assessment reports including Depreciation Reports, Reserve Fund Studies, Building / Facility Condition Assessments, and Capital Reserve Plans, as well as Warranty Reviews, Maintenance Reviews / Plans and related deliverables.
• Apply knowledge from the Strata Property Act, Homeowner Protection Act, BC Building Code, ASTM Standards, as well as other industry related guidelines, regulations, and best practice bulletins.
• Liaise with AHJ (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) on behalf of JRS and our clients to obtain drawings and other property documents.
• Review drawings, reports, and strata plans as well as any technical, financial and legal documents related to the physical assets of specific properties.
• Perform on-site visual reviews of buildings and properties (i.e. residential, commercial, mixed-use, bare land) to compile and establish the condition of all physical assets.
• Research and analyze market, economic and property / real estate data, documents and building bylaws.
• Meet, correspond with, and interview property owners and representatives.
• Develop replacement cost estimates for all applicable assets based on projects / reports, construction manuals, take offs from drawings or measurements on site.
• Explain findings and provide recommendations to clients, virtually or in person.
• Liaise, coordinate, and follow up with other technical consultants as needed.
• Maintain various costing databases, project archives as well as update related processes and procedures.
• Compile, analyze, and summarize data from reports for future reports, articles, presentations and / or technical / industry publications.
• Assist with other services as needed to support JRS’ varying workload.

Here’s what you bring to JRS

Degree or Diploma related to Engineering / Technology, Architecture, Appraisal, Construction Management, Cost Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Home Inspection.

Degree / diploma or in progress will be considered.

• In progress certification in reserve planning or analysis such as Certified Reserve Planner (CRP), Professional Reserve Analyst (PRA), Registered Reserve Fund Analyst (RRFA).
• 0 to 2 years of related industry experience.
• Knowledge of building components, construction, and financial documentation.
• A commitment to professional development by attending conferences and seminars.
• Outstanding communication skills, verbal and written (experience writing reports) including the ability to translate vague or complex requests into concrete actions.
• Superb organizational, time management, and coordination skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-starter with the flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and varied workloads.
• Must hold a valid British Columbia Driver’s Licence.
• Willingness to work at heights using bosun chairs / full body harnesses is an asset.

Annual salary range $55,000 to $70,000

Why choose JRS

We are a growing company within our industry, and we hope you share the same enthusiasm for growth within yourself. JRS celebrates our employees annually with a holiday party, a team-building day trip to Whistler, and a family-oriented summer BBQ.

JRS Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments.

Please let us know of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.

Join us today and grow your potential alongside our own. JRS offers competitive compensation based on experience, full benefits, and support for continuing education.

To explore this exciting opportunity further and apply online, please visit our careers page.

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Pay : $55,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits :

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule :

Monday to Friday

Work Location : In person

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