Senior Forensic Engineer

Description

• Ensure compliance of operations with all local, state and Federal (and International, if applicable) regulations, as well as compliance with company policy
• Establish quality control of service delivery, maintaining an excellent reputation of quality
• Support construction of strong cross-functional teams to achieve success in shared goals, understanding that multiple perspectives and talents build stronger teams and results
• Research failures attributed to the building design or construction to determine cause and origin of incident
• Lead and manage in support of strategic plans that align with the organization’s vision and defined business objectives
• Travel throughout region to support client, employee, and leadership needs.
• Responsible for supporting assigned Director in meeting or exceeding the defined annual budget for the entire practice area/practice division (including proactive management of assigned resources to meet or exceed defined utilization targets, oversight of execution of profitable engagement work streams, and communication with clients as assigned or requested)
• Develop expert investigative reports with detailed findings and plans for remediation for senior management review and client presentation
• Provide expert witness testimony for litigation cases as necessary
• Responsible for managing and leading the execution of any new accounts and supporting the retaining and expansion of existing engagements to achieve sales goals
• Developing increased emotional intelligence to work effectively with a wide variety of individuals at all levels, both internally and externally
• Inspect in-construction structures to prevent future claims/losses (loss control)
• Conduct forensic field inspections into the cause and origin of incidents related to residential and commercial property damage claims and/or construction or design defect claims (litigation)
• Plan and execute business development activities and presentations, including regular contact with existing and prospective clients in the region
• Lead and manage in a manner that assists with rapid identification and escalation to Director of any client, team member or operational challenges
• Develop detailed plan for remediation of loss: scope, schedule
• Manage assigned projects consistent with contracts and proactively alert assigned Director to any potential challenges or issues
• Meet or exceed defined individual average utilization goals (and incorporating consideration of individual revenue targets) as set forth by company leadership
• Assess the condition of existing structures for prospective buyers/sellers/tenants
• Ensure consistent high quality on deliverables for the practice
• Responsible for learning business development methodology and for being proactive in supporting assigned Director with drafts of relevant work documents (reports, presentations) or client communications

Requirements

• Understanding of building envelope components preferred
• Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field (i.e.: Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Geotechnical, etc.) or other advanced degrees as called for in area of specialization.
• Experience in providing reliable work product review for technical deliverables
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Knowledge of computer operations and standard software packages (word processing, spreadsheets, Adobe) required
• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with co-workers, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Ability to carry and operate a 24-foot extension ladder unassisted, walk on sloped roofs and uneven surfaces, and work in small spaces (attics, crawl spaces)
• Strong knowledge of the residential (IRC), commercial (IBC) and existing (IEBC) I-codes
• Understanding of wood, steel, concrete, and masonry structural framing and foundation components
• Professional Engineering (PE) license required, with multiple states preferred
• Able to provide oversight and direction to assigned staff
• Proven track record of customer relationship management and staff management and development
• Minimum of 7 years’ industry experience
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
• Able to handle multiple priorities and perform consistently and positively under high stress conditions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance