Architectual Associate

Overview

Forensic Architect conducting investigations, designing repairs, and supporting litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• envelope assessment
• cost estimating
• repair design
• testing review
• report writing
• client communication

Tasks

-Independently conduct assessments of building envelopes, fire-rated construction, and other architectural elements, including cause and origin investigations. -Manage, mentor, and perform peer reviews of junior staff, including drafting construction documents and condition assessments with order-of-magnitude cost estimating. -Analyze building codes, industry standards, and construction documents; design repairs for defective construction. -Observe, document, and review testing protocols and related materials, including documentation for litigation support. -Potentially testify in arbitration, deposition, or trial. -Communicate with clients to understand project requirements, memorialize findings in reports, and prepare materials for presentations. -Complete technical and investigative reports to support forensic findings.

Requirements

• 8+ years
• professional license
• master’s
• autocad
• revit
• travel

What You Bring

-8+ years of experience preferred. -Professional License required. -Degree (Master’s preferred) in Architecture or Architectural Engineering. -Proficient in AutoCAD, experience with Revit a plus. -Ability and willingness to travel within the US and internationally.

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Benefits

-Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time -Tuition Reimbursement -401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments -And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives -Commuter Transit (where available) -Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare -Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits -Fitness Reimbursement

About Thornton Tomasetti

-Delivers expertise in structural, façade, forensic, civil, bridge, and applied‑science engineering. -Known for high‑profile projects like Taipei 101, Petronas Towers, and disaster recovery efforts post‑9/11 and Hurricane Sandy. -Operates an internal R&D unit, CORE studio, driving innovation via computational modeling, AI, and software tools. -Services span from supertall buildings and long‑span structures to transportation infrastructure and protective design. -Combines deep engineering know‑how with cutting‑edge technology to tackle complex design challenges worldwide.

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