Senior Consultant - Forensics (Structural Engineer)

Description

• Ensure personal utilization and direct report consistently meets established goals.
• Focus on critical aspects of structural engineering, building enclosures, commercial roof systems, waterproofing systems, and exterior facades, including masonry.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients and prospective clients; own and develop the client relationship.
• Act as the Engineer of record to sign/seal reports of findings.
• Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with the design intent, performance with respect to the various building science and engineering principles, and for any scheduling of work issues.
• Review background documentation to determine original construction detailing and identify the cause of damage/defect.
• Manage time and resources effectively ; maintain and communicate schedule internally and externally.
• Assume full managerial responsibility for all aspects of the project: scope, schedule, design, quality, staff, and execution.
• Conduct or direct Engineers, Specialists, and Technicians in site investigations and field reviews of existing buildings.
• Conduct drawing, detail, and specification reviews throughout the design process.
• Provide guidance and supervision for up to 5 direct reports.
• Review necessary permits and codes.
• Coordinate with internal designers, drafters, engineers, and consultants for the preparation of construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Perform project tracking and quality control, including regular project status reviews of actual vs. planned, facilitating project status and design review meetings internally and with the client; take appropriate actions to address variance to project plan; follow standardized procedures for Lerch Bates processes/procedures.
• Perform cursory calculations of repair and/or code upgrades.
• Provide peer review reports of findings for direct reports/peers.
• Prepare and present reports and presentations of findings that document the existing conditions and extend defects and provide a rough magnitude of repair to provide recommended repairs for damage/defect, existing condition.
• Establishes industry reputation and markets to new clients.
• Proactively keep clients and stakeholders informed of project status and changes.
• Provide oversight of technicians and specialists performing field reviews, including technical and directional advice. Review report of findings Resulting from an onsite investigation and/or document review.
• Collaborate with clients to determine appropriate next steps following evaluations.
• Work with the business development team to develop proposals, the scope of services, and budgets.
• Communicate complicated design ideas through multiple formats, including hand sketching, to better coordinate team efforts and communicate clients' desired outcomes.

Requirements

• A certification in industry-specific technical areas (Roofing, Fenestrations, Waterproofing, Enclosure Commissioning) (preferred).
• Previous successful results in upselling services/scope.
• Previous experience managing, mentoring, and leading teams.
• A technical and practical understanding of building enclosure systems, specifically roofing, waterproofing, claddings, fenestration, and air/water/thermal/vapor barriers.
• Master’s Degree in Engineering Discipline (Civil, Structural, Construction) or Architecture (preferred).
• Exceptional company culture
• SE License Required.
• 8-10 years of experience in forensics, rehabilitation, or building envelope consulting.
• Previous experience managing project budgets, change orders, and invoicing.
• FSA and HSA
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Discipline (Civil, Structural, Construction) or Architecture.
• An ability to work independently, handle multiple deadlines, and accommodate shifting priorities.
• Specialized focus in 5 or more industry areas of technical expertise, i.e., Roofing, Fenestration, Waterproofing, Civil engineering, Cost Estimating, etc. (preferred).
• Technical competency and an ability to effectively communicate and build rapport with clients, colleagues, Architects, Engineers, General and Subcontractors.
• Expert understanding of enclosure installation quality, timing of events, and the upstream and downstream impacts of the schedule.
• Proficiency in one or more design/modeling software programs, including WUFI, THERM, etc. (preferred).
• Excellent skills in technical writing and oral communication.
• An ability to lead and contribute to the team in a collaborative, interactive environment.
• A demonstrated commitment to quality, organization, meticulous attention to detail, and consistency in work deliverables.
• Flexible, responsive, and confident multi-tasking skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer match!
• Employee Stock Ownership program!
• Charitable paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous PTO
• Competitive Compensation
• An entire internal department dedicated to your learning and career development!
• Birthday Bonus
• Incentive compensation bonus

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance