PCA/Due Diligence Staff Facilities Professional

Terracon Consultants, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Houston
11555 Clay Rd Ste 100 (Show on map)
Sep 27, 2025
Job Description Job Summary: Terracon is seeking a Staff Facilities Professional (PCA/Due Diligence Specialist) ready to step into a high-impact technical role with clear advancement potential. You'll conduct Property Condition Assessments (PCAs) and Facility Condition Assessments (FCAs) that directly influence major real estate and asset management decisions. From office towers to industrial facilities, you'll evaluate building systems, identify risks, forecast repair needs, and deliver insights through platforms like Quire and Paragon. Why This Role Is Different Challenging, Hands-On Work - A 50/50 mix of field and office responsibilities with varied project types. Autonomy + Collaboration - Lead independent assessments or work alongside environmental and specialty experts. Fast Career Growth - Strong performance can lead to roles like Project Professional or Practice Lead. Travel Opportunities - Local projects with occasional overnight trips across Texas and beyond. What You Bring A broad understanding of structural, MEP, fire safety, and accessibility systems, curiosity for how buildings function, and the ability to translate findings into clear, impactful reports. If you're ready to build technical credibility while shaping real-world investment decisions, this is your next career move. Apply today and own your professional trajectory! Essential Roles and Responsibilities: Mid-level Facilities professional responsible for managing and executing routine and sometimes more complex projects. Works typically on small to medium sized projects. Plans, schedules, conducts and/or coordinates assessments. Drafts reports and other client deliverables under the direction of more senior consultants. Makes recommendations, adaptations and modifications for review and consideration by senior consultants. Participates on projects of greater complexity within more detailed portfolios. Performs or oversees contract administration for small-to-large projects. Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management. Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in building science or related building field and up to 6 years' experience in performing PCAs and/or FCAs. Or, in lieu of a degree, 4-9 years' related experience. Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel. Ability to learn proprietary software applications such as Quire and Paragon. Experience using tablets and other portable electronic devices. Able to work remotely from home as well as while traveling. Preferred Certifications/Experience: Professional registrations (RA, PE) and other related industry certifications (RRO, CxP, LEED AP) are desired, but not required About Terracon Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 7,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 180 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs. EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.