Architectural Associate

Description

In this role, you’ll get the opportunity to independently lead architectural investigations of existing buildings, assess conditions, and develop creative repair strategies. You’ll dive into building code analyses, fire-rated assemblies, building envelope performance (roofs, facades, and more), and cause-and-origin evaluations. You’ll also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, help guide junior staff, support business development efforts, and build meaningful client relationships.

• Communicate directly with clients to understand project needs, present findings, and prepare persuasive, well-supported reports and presentations.
• Analyze building codes, industry standards, and construction documents; design innovative, practical repairs for deficient conditions.
• Observe and document field testing protocols; prepare materials used in litigation support.
• Mentor and review work from junior staff; contribute to drafting construction documents, condition assessments, and order-of-magnitude cost estimates.
• Prepare technical and investigative reports that clearly articulate forensic findings.
• Lead independent assessments of building envelopes, fire-rated construction, and other architectural systems—including cause-and-origin investigations.

Requirements

We’re excited to offer an immediate opportunity for a Forensic Architect who is passionate about uncovering how buildings perform, solving complex problems, and contributing to high-impact forensic and litigation work. This is a unique chance to blend architectural expertise with investigation, analysis, and design of repairs and retrofits—while partnering with industry-leading experts.

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

Benefits

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance