Senior Consultant, Civil/Structural Engineer

Rimkus•Oklahoma City, OK

3h•$104,100 - $156,100•Hybrid

About The Position

Rimkus is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. This hybrid position involves working from the field and a home office. The role provides forensic consulting services requiring civil/structural engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients. It involves investigating residential, commercial, and industrial properties and assessing the cause and origin of structural failures, water intrusions, foundation damage, roof damage, retaining wall failures, wind damage, and earthquake damage. Knowledge of construction defects or construction best practices is a plus. The consultant prepares oral and written reports of findings and may provide expert testimony. The role requires managing multiple projects and meeting project deadlines. The position performs forensic assignments within civil engineering according to a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance. Investigations include gathering photographic evidence, documenting onsite conditions, overseeing field testing, and reviewing historical documentation. Reports document causes of failure, extent of damage, repair scope, and recommended remediation. The consultant coordinates with other experts, building owners, and vendors as needed, and develops and maintains client relationships. The salary range is $104,100–$156,100. A Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering, or Construction Management, with a P.E. and 7–10 years of experience is stated.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Construction Management, with a P.E.
7–10 years of experience.
High level of analytical skill and continual attention to detail, including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interact and communicate with internal and external clients at all levels.
Knowledge of computer software applications, including Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical reports or journals.
Ability to produce reports of findings, including scopes of work, budget estimates, proposals, correspondence, and other technical documents.
Ability to respond to internal and external client inquiries in a timely manner.
Ability to effectively present technical information to clients, management, public groups, and other engineering experts.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of construction defects or construction best practices.
Knowledge of computer-assisted engineering, estimating, or design software.

Responsibilities

Investigate and analyze residential, commercial, and industrial properties to resolve disputes related to insurance claims or legal matters.
Perform civil engineering forensic assignments according to an agreed scope of work and budget.
Investigate construction defects or structural failures and determine their cause and origin.
Gather photographic evidence, document onsite conditions, oversee field testing, and review historical documentation.
Prepare clear and concise oral and written reports documenting causes of failure, extent of damage, repair scope, and recommended remediation.
Manage multiple projects and coordinate with other experts, building owners, and vendors to deliver client reports on time.
Initiate, develop, and maintain client relationships.
Provide expert testimony when needed.