Forensic Architect

Pete Fowler Construction Services, Inc.•San Juan Capistrano, CA

19h

About The Position

The Technical Consultant-Architect assists Technical Experts in developing and presenting fast, cost-effective solutions to building problems. The role involves building inspections and property condition assessments, analysis of construction and legal documents, construction research, cost estimating, technical report preparation, client meetings, project billing, and professional development. The ideal candidate demonstrates integrity, professionalism, a commitment to quality, strong communication skills, the ability to understand and explain complex construction issues, and a desire to grow into a Technical Expert.

Requirements

Valid, current architectural license from a state licensing board.
10 years of construction experience, or a combination of education and field experience.
Experience acting as a self-directed, independent leader.
Proficiency in reading blueprints and architectural drawings.
Excellent organization, planning, and written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to think critically, solve problems, and communicate solutions through actionable information and recommendations.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of onsite inspections.
Intermediate-to-advanced computer skills, including proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, email, and internet research tools.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of building sciences.
Engineering registration, contractor license(s), and/or inspection certification(s).
Strong project management skills and experience.

Responsibilities

Attend site investigations to inspect structures and conditions.
Document inspections using photographs, notes, diagrams, and checklists, and prepare inspection summary narratives.
Review, analyze, summarize, and demonstrate understanding of construction documents such as proposals, drawings, contracts, schedules, change orders, and daily logs.
Review, analyze, summarize, and demonstrate understanding of legal documents such as pleadings, demands, depositions, and expert reports.
Research and gather data on building codes, standards of care, and construction best practices.
Use PFCS systems to organize analysis clearly, concisely, and verifiably, and prepare analytical deliverables for clients based on project objectives.
Prepare scopes of work, cost estimates, cost analyses or comparisons, and requests for proposal as required.
Present site observations, document analysis, and cost estimates to Technical Experts.
Develop hypotheses about causes and organize them using PFCS systems in a clear, concise, and verifiable manner.
Determine report content and flow according to project objectives, and collaborate with Project Coordinators to deliver reports that meet PFCS standards.
Attend client meetings and mediations to gather project information or present PFCS work; document meeting notes and communicate action items through PFCS systems as required.
Track time billed to clients for every project and maintain billable-hour targets and monthly goals.
Collaborate with management to set quarterly professional development goals aligned with department and company objectives, and pursue those goals within the designated timeframe.