Forensic Structural Engineer - Charlotte, NC area

Irc Building Sciences Group • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference! Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment. NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement! Provides forensic consulting services requiring structural engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients. Assesses and determines the cause and origin of structural failures and/or damage, building envelope failures and/or damage, and construction defects, as well as determine the extent and repairability of such failures and/or damage. Provides oral and written reports of findings and, when needed, expert testimony. Manages multiple projects.

Requirements

• B.S. Structural Engineering degree or higher.
• P.E. required in the state of employment or the ability to obtain it quickly.
• 2-10+ years of experience.
• Project Management and/or Field Investigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs the investigation and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial properties to resolve claims and legal matters.
• Performs forensic assignments within the field of structural engineering expertise based upon a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work.
• Field Investigations: Study and determine the cause and origin of construction defects or structural failures and/or damage, building envelope failures and/or damage, as well as determine the extent and repairability of such failures and/or damage.
• Gather photographic evidence, conduct investigations to document on-site conditions, in-person and/or telephone interviews, oversee field testing, review construction and/or design drawings, contracts, or specifications, and/or review historical documentation.
• Preparation of oral and written reports to document the causes of failure and/or damage, extent of loss, associated repair scope, and recommended remediation.
• Provide opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters.
• Manage multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and supports as needed to produce client reports in a timely manner.
• Ensure that procedure is followed and perform safety and due diligence of the project when it is being completed.
• Ability to initiate, develop, and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus opportunities
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Employer-matching 401(k)
• Opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree