Area Director

All•Chicago, IL

15h

About The Position

Founded in 1954, Halliwell Engineering Associates is one of the nation’s leading forensic engineering, architectural, and construction consulting firms dedicated to providing independent and expert advice to the insurance and legal industries, building owners, institutions, and government agencies. We specialize in failure and damage assessments, restoration, and remediation consulting, building envelope assessments, claims support, and expert witness/litigation, support for thousands of commercial, residential, and industrial buildings, and properties nationwide. For more information, please visit: www.heainc.comSummaryWe are searching for a Structural Engineer with 10+ years’ experience as a Licensed Structural Engineer with evaluation experience. The position will be responsible for the assessment of commercial, institutional, and industrial structures throughout the Midwest. The ideal candidate will have experience in performing structural and building failure analysis, evaluations on damaged structures, and/or conducting facilities/building condition assessments. Additional experience in mentoring of staff and client management required.

Requirements

Licensed Structural Engineer (S.E.) in the State of Illinois
Minimum of 10 years of experience in structural analysis and design of structures (buildings, bridges, industrial facilities, etc.) or building envelope systems
BS degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering or Architecture
Experience in Microsoft Office suite, structural analysis software, and drafting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational and project management skills.
Ability to work well within a team
Must be physically able to perform investigations in the field (including climbing ladders, carrying inspection tools, stooping, kneeling, etc.)
Approximately 20% travel
Must be able to read and write reports and use computer
Must be able to hear and see well enough to communicate with co-workers
Must be able to recall and apply process steps
Must be able to write, type and use phone system

Nice To Haves

MS degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering or Architecture is a plus

Responsibilities

Assess and evaluate the condition and potential cause of distress to a wide range of structural buildings and facilities
Perform field investigations of site conditions and subsequent analyses of structural components
Produce written reports detailing findings of investigations, including conceptual repair recommendations
Manage and mentor engineering staff
Develop client relationships within region
Work with an inter-disciplinary team of engineers and construction consultants as part of investigations
Receive mentoring from senior engineering staff and provide mentorship to junior staff members
Work with engineering staff to provide technical mentorship
Develop and maintain client relationships through projects and team related activities within the region
Bring in existing and new clients within the industry