Job Summary: We're seeking an experienced Senior Building Consultant in the North East. In this hybrid role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, insurance carriers, attorneys, contractors, and other project stakeholders. Success requires independent judgment, technical expertise, project leadership, strong client service, and the ability to manage assignments from initiation through final delivery.
Key Responsibilities:The essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Property Damage Evaluations- Measure, document, diagram, and photograph roofs, buildings, structural components, foundations, crawlspaces, slabs, and other affected areas.
- Inspect residential and commercial roofing systems and evaluate damage caused by wind, hail, water intrusion, fire, heat, smoke, explosions, structural movement, collapse, and other events.
- Determine the extent of damage and recommend appropriate repair, replacement, or restoration methodologies.
- Collect and preserve samples or evidence when appropriate and coordinate debris removal activities when required.
- Develop repair scopes, restoration recommendations, drawings, and cost estimates.
Field and Technical Activities- Set up, calibrate, operate, and maintain specialized field equipment and instrumentation.
- Perform data acquisition, field measurements, site surveys, documentation, and analysis.
- Research materials, construction methods, manufacturers, suppliers, and applicable industry practices.
- Prepare estimates, drawings, and scopes of work using Xactimate, RSMeans, SwiftEstimator, and similar platforms.
Project and Client Management- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients and projects and manage expectations regarding scope, budget, schedule, and deliverables.
- Manage multiple assignments simultaneously while meeting budget, schedule, quality, and reporting expectations.
- Prepare clear, concise, technically sound reports, scopes of work, estimates, analyses, and presentations.
- Review contractor schedules, invoices, bids, repair proposals, and change orders for completeness, accuracy, and reasonableness.
- Conduct scope negotiations, support agreement development and project execution, and monitor restoration or reconstruction activities when requested.
- Provide responsive, professional customer service and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.
Litigation and Client Management- Develop expert opinions supported by field investigations, industry standards, and accepted construction practices.
- Assist attorneys and clients with technical evaluation of claims and disputes.
- Prepare exhibits, analyses, and supporting documentation for litigation matters.
- Participate in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial proceedings when assigned.
Client Engagement and Business Development- Develop and maintain relationships with insurance carriers, adjusters, attorneys, restoration contractors, and other industry partners.
- Actively pursue opportunities for repeat business and new client acquisition.
- Participate in proposal development, project interviews, and marketing initiatives.
- Support regional growth strategies and national account development.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients and projects.
- Manage client expectations regarding scope, budget, schedule, and deliverables.
- Participate in industry organizations, conferences, and educational presentations to strengthen client relationships and promote company expertise.
- Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and service offerings.
Leadership- Mentor, develop, and coach consultants by sharing technical expertise, strengthening professional skills and supporting career growth.
- Lead client meetings and present technical findings to diverse audiences.
- Exercise sound professional judgment and make independent technical decisions.
Qualifications and Experience:Experience- High school diploma or GED required. An associate or bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred; equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience conducting residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional property or building inspections and evaluations.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience preparing repair and restoration estimates for damage resulting from environmental conditions, weather events, construction defects, structural or material deficiencies, and ground movement.
- Experience with mid-to-large loss commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential restoration projects as a contractor, consultant, or comparable professional is strongly preferred.
- Experience managing complex commercial losses exceeding $1 million in repair value is preferred.
- Experience working directly with insurance carriers, adjusters, attorneys, restoration contractors, property owners, and other project stakeholders is preferred.
- Prior forensic consulting, expert witness, litigation support, or dispute resolution experience is highly desirable.
- Industry credentials such as IICRC, RRO, General Contractor License, Adjuster License, or Xactimate certification are highly desired. A Commercial General Contractor license is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Advanced proficiency in Xactimate is required. Experience with Symbility, RSMeans, SwiftEstimator, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel is preferred.
- Strong understanding of insurance claims, construction methods, restoration practices, property damage assessment, estimating, and repair methodologies.
- Ability to independently manage assignments from project initiation through final delivery and manage multiple projects, budgets, schedules, and competing priorities.
- Strong analytical, organizational, mathematical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional reports, client presentations, and group meetings. A redacted work sample may be requested.
- Ability to interpret written, verbal, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions and solve practical problems in situations involving limited standardization.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong computer and technology skills.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or other legal restrictions.
Physical and Travel Requirements:Travel- Travel by vehicle or plane is required, primarily within the local and regional area. Approximately 25% of travel may involve overnight stays.
- Use of a personal vehicle is required. A valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record must be maintained.
- Extended travel may be necessary during catastrophe response events.
- Occasional work in excess of 40 hours per week may be required to meet project and client needs.
- Work may be performed in the field under extreme or challenging conditions.
Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands and work environment described below represent those encountered while performing the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Climb ladders, stairs, scaffolds, and roofs and work in confined spaces.
- Lift, carry, position, and set ladders, scaffolds, and field equipment.
- Walk considerable distances while carrying field equipment and work on uneven or irregular terrain.
- Work in hot, humid, arid, cold, wet, icy, noisy, and other challenging conditions.
- Wear and work in required personal protective equipment.
- Maintain vision sufficient to drive safely and conduct detailed field inspections, including adequate peripheral vision and depth perception.
Education:- High school diploma or GED required. An associate or bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred; equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
Location:- Remote - New York, Philadelphia, and New Jersey are ideal locations
Compensation and Benefits:The anticipated base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $125,000 per year. Variable compensation is anticipated to range from $0 to $20,000 per year and is not limited to that amount. The anticipated total compensation range is $85,000 to $145,000 per year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related factors. Haag offers competitive compensation, performance-based incentives, and comprehensive benefits.
This role is also eligible for a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
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