Restoration Consultant

Walker Consultants • Kalamazoo, MI

194d

About The Position

Join us in a dynamic role where you'll dive into the world of restoration consulting, crafting your own projects and providing top-notch services to our esteemed clients. As a key player, you'll be the go-to contact for clients, leading internal teams to tackle structural and waterproofing challenges in a range of fascinating structures—from high-rises to historical landmarks, parking structures, plazas, and more! Your journey will involve everything from forensic investigation and behavior evaluation to repair design, budgeting, and overseeing construction. We're on the lookout for candidates with a strong background in restoration or forensic engineering, outstanding problem-solving prowess, and the ability to juggle multiple projects effortlessly. What sets you apart? Your knack for effective communication, whether it's drafting comprehensive reports or engaging with decision-makers at all levels. If you thrive on autonomy, innovation, and pushing the boundaries of best practices, this is the place for you. Join us and unleash your leadership potential, while immersing yourself in a collaborative, dynamic environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering, Architecture, or similar.
• Professional license or ability to become licensed in architecture, structural engineering, or civil engineering.
• 5+ years of experience working and/or managing projects in the forensic and/or restoration fields.
• Strong writing, communication, and team skills.
• Experience in developing and maintaining client relationships.
• Willingness to participate in field survey work, travel to project sites, and occasional travel for conferences.

Responsibilities

• Perform investigations, surveys, and testing of existing buildings to identify and diagnose deficiencies contributing to damage or deterioration.
• Critically analyze plans, specifications, and calculations prepared by others.
• Monitor the progress of projects, adhere to project requirements, and closely track budget and procedural standards.
• Perform or review condition appraisals, and develop repair schemes and repair recommendations.
• Complete and maintain all project documentation in project management software.
• Coordinate engineers and technical personnel for projects in the office.
• Maintain, market, and promote restoration and forensic engineering consulting services to new and existing clients.
• Assist and train less experienced staff in a variety of roles.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus program
• Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned!
• Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
• 529 college savings plan
• A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
• 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times
• 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
• Paid parental leave that allows an addition week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs
• Paid community involvement hours
• Tuition and licensure reimbursement
• Mental wellness benefits
• Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees