Senior Consultant

Rimkus•Phoenix, AZ

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Rimkus is seeking Civil and Structural Engineers with experience in residential and commercial structures to provide forensic consulting services requiring civil engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients. The role investigates and determines the cause and origin of structural failures, water intrusion, foundation and roof damage, retaining wall failures, and wind or earthquake damage. Knowledge of construction defects is a plus. The Senior Consultant prepares oral and written reports of findings and may provide expert testimony. The position manages multiple projects and coordinates with other experts and support staff. It is hybrid, with work performed in the field and from a home office, as well as in outside locations and an office setting. The role includes up to 50% field work and may require 0–5% out-of-area and overnight travel.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or higher.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
2–10+ years of experience.
High analytical ability and 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 and computer-assisted engineering and design software.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical reports or journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to inquiries and effectively present information to management, clients, public groups, and boards of directors.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Ability to perform site work that may involve climbing ladders, walking on roofs, working in space-limited areas, wearing a tight-fitting respirator, shoveling fire debris, moving furniture or other items, and operating lifts.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to remain focused and alert during inspections, client interactions, report preparation, and deposition or trial testimony; clear vision and depth perception are necessary.
Ability to work regular hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and comply with required overtime.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of construction defects.
Project management experience.
Field investigation experience.
Other licenses or certifications may be required depending on location.

Responsibilities

Investigate and analyze residential, commercial, and industrial properties to resolve claims and legal matters.
Perform forensic assignments within the civil engineering scope of expertise, based on an agreed scope of work and budget.
Determine the cause and origin of construction defects and structural failures.
Prepare oral and written reports documenting causes of failure, extent of loss, repair scope, and recommended remediation.
Provide opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters when needed.
Manage multiple projects and coordinate with other experts and support staff to deliver client reports on time.
Follow procedures and check project safety features while work is underway.
Use applicable equations, applications, figures, testing devices, surveying techniques, and engineering or design software.
Follow land use laws and regulations.
Supervise and/or evaluate associate team members when required.
Initiate, develop, and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.
Gather photographic evidence, document on-site conditions, oversee field testing, and review historical documentation.
Write scopes of work, budget estimates, schedules, reports, proposals, correspondence, and other technical documents.
Travel to field sites as required and comply with overtime requirements.