Key Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and coordinates forensic investigations related to civil and structural engineering failures, construction defects, and property damage.
• Conducts site inspections and evaluates structural damage, construction quality, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Performs structural analysis and engineering calculations to support forensic opinions.
• Authors high-quality technical reports and expert opinions on civil and structural engineering matters.
• Provides expert testimony at deposition and trial.
• Conducts well-developed and well-prepared client presentations.
• Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of project, and arranges for assignment of project personnel.
• Directs and coordinates projects within prescribed schedule and budget scopes.
• Works with Business Development to identify potential clients and strategies to build client base.
• Actively participates in Business Development activities, including client meetings, presentations, and appropriate conferences.
• Mentors earlier-career employees in growth and development.

Qualifications

Education / Certifications / Licenses Required

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering required; Master's degree preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) required; Structural Engineer (S.E.) license a plus.

Experience Required

• 10-15 years of experience in civil/structural engineering consulting, design, or forensic investigation.
• Hands-on design and/or construction experience strongly preferred; familiarity with applicable building codes and standards (IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC).
• Track record authoring high-quality technical reports and/or peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience providing expert testimony highly desirable; preferred experience in the consulting industry.

Other Technical & Non-Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and structural analysis software (e.g., RISA, SAP2000, RAM, or equivalent).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with clients professionally and develop business internally and externally.
• Ability to communicate complex structural engineering concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Must be available to travel occasionally as part of the national practice.

What We Can Offer You

We believe great work happens when people feel supported, challenged, and trusted. Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance/Voluntary Life Insurance/Universal Life Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Pet Insurance
• Competitive salary with merit-based or annual bonus programs
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) - encouraged to take 20 days of paid time off/year
• 10 paid holidays (9 standard holidays and 1 floating holiday)
• Work/Life Balance in a collaborative working environment
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Career Growth & Continuing education opportunities

Total compensation includes a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity, with final pay determined by job-related factors such as experience, qualifications, individual performance, and overall company performance.

Physical Demands:

This role requires frequently sitting or standing for extended periods of time and occasionally lifting and/or moving items weighing up to 50 pounds, with infrequent lifting up to 75 pounds. The work regularly requires bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, and maintaining balance. This position frequently requires handling and operating specialized tools and equipment and working in a variety of physical positions, including occasionally accessing tight or confined spaces. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Work Environment:

Work is performed in both office and field environments, including active construction sites, industrial settings, and damaged or compromised structures. The work environment may include exposure to varying noise levels, weather conditions, uneven terrain, and site-specific hazards. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required depending on site conditions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

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