Senior Forensic Architect

The Vertex Companies • San Francisco, CA

113d • $150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a global $150M professional services firm that offers integrated forensic consulting, expert witness services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory consulting to a myriad of markets and industries. Our brand purpose is to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do, continuously learn, and take pride in your work. Our Forensic team is a collaborative group of architects, engineers, fire investigators, and building consultants who provide expert analysis for clients, including insurance firms, law firms, developers, and property owners. We work on complex projects involving property damage, construction defects, and design errors, with a strong pipeline of challenging assignments across industries.

Requirements

• BS degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Building Services
• Registered Architect (RA) in California
• 7+ years of professional experience in the design, inspection, and construction of residential and commercial structures required, prior forensics experience required
• Strong knowledge of the residential (IRC), commercial (IBC) and existing (IEBC) I-codes
• Proficiency with office software applications (MS Office: Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.)
• Strong customer service orientation
• Excellent verbal and written (technical writing) communication skills in English
• Ability to carry and operate a 24-foot extension ladder unassisted, walk on elevated and slope surfaces and work in confined spaces
• Travel to client sites is required for this role

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with property damage claim investigations and in supporting litigation matters such as depositions, trial testimony, or mediation is preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic field inspections into the cause and origin of incidents related to residential and commercial property damage claims and/or construction or design defect claims
• Research compliance with building codes and review construction and project plan documents
• Develop expert investigative reports with detailed findings and plans for remediation for senior management review and client presentation
• Develop detailed plans and estimates for remediation of loss: scope, schedule, budget
• Participate in business development activities and presentations, including regular contact with existing and prospective clients in the region
• Support other departments as needed

Benefits

• Annualized base salary range of $150,000 to $200,000 per year
• Discretionary bonus plan
• Healthcare (with multiple plan options)
• Dental insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• 401k plan with immediate match and vesting
• Flex Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off plan including 15 days of vacation, 64 hours of sick time, and 9.5 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and additional support for pursuing advanced education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree