Civil Engineer - Aegon AM

Job Description Summary

Aegon Asset Management (Aegon AM) is a leading global investor. Our 365 investment professionals manage and advise on assets of US $351 billion for a global client base of pension plans, public funds, insurance companies, banks, wealth managers, family offices and foundations.

We organize our firm around four investment platforms: fixed income, real assets, equities and multi-asset & solutions, which includes a fiduciary and multi-manager business. Each investment platform has dedicated teams with deep asset-class expertise, organized globally and committed to maximizing client benefit from their specialist areas.

We are an international business: Our 1,125 employees work from 14 locations across Europe, the Americas and Asia. We share a common belief in fundamental, research-driven active management, underpinned by effective risk management and a commitment to responsible investment.

Position Overview:

The successful candidate will assist in evaluating engineering due diligence and related matters associated with AEGON Asset Management, primarily for real estate investments.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Partner with asset management teams on engineering related matters in the interest of effectively identifying, explaining and managing risks.

• Assist internal clients with managing and reviewing engineering due diligence for proposed real estate investments. Actual due diligence initial reviews will typically, but not always, be performed by consultants. Primary clients include commercial mortgage loans, low-income housing tax credits and equity investments. Client services includes, as a primary duty, construction monitoring for new construction and renovation debt and equity investments.

• Conduct site inspections to assess progress, identify potential issues, and ensure quality control.

• Identify and quantify for internal clients significant engineering risks and costs including site civil and building structure/design/repair/maintenance considerations.

• Assist asset management and loan servicing with respect to engineering issues, including review of site development and planning, construction plans/specifications, applications for payment, change orders, code review, insurance damage claims and on-site inspections.

• Assist in selecting and managing engineering and construction consultants and firms to support due diligence, construction/renovation projects, site civil improvements and other engineering projects.

• Evaluate risks of the Aegon portfolio with respect to natural disasters.

• Support implementation of investor-driven energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives to reduce operating costs and environmental impact.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field.

• Two years of related work experience.

• Ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer or AIA designation.

• LEED Accredited Professional designation.

• Strong knowledge of construction processes, building systems, and industry standards.

• Familiarity with relevant building codes and regulations.

• Working knowledge of multifamily mechanical systems and building science.

• Experience with property resiliency assessments, energy audits, and geographic information systems.

• Experience with Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Power Automate, or other systems to support process improvement and overall team efficiency.

• Self-motivated with an ability to work independently.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

• Ability to support multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Job and compensation levels depend upon an applicant's qualifications including the extent of candidate's relevant experience and other job-related factors and will be determined by hiring supervisors/managers and HR.

At Aegon Asset Management, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are more than a global Asset Management firm - we are a people business, and we recognize that delivering excellent client outcomes comes from embracing diverse perspectives. We value diversity in the full range of human uniqueness without limitation including race, gender, ability, language, culture, beliefs, age, origin, background, perspectives and experiences.

We are open to considering flexible working practices. Please talk to us about what this means for you.

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Why Work for Us

At Aegon Asset Management, we invest in You.

Our people are our greatest asset; with a competitive rewards program including incentive compensation, health and wellness benefits, retirement programs, and learning and development opportunities, our employees are engaged and empowered. Come be a part of driving our success!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

AEGON USA Realty Advisors, LLC, is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of age, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, race, color, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, participation in the uniformed services (e.g. U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard), physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local equal employment opportunities laws.

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