Forensic Engineer

Job Description

Company Description

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.Job Description

Forensic Engineers are involved in a wide variety of tasks, including forensic investigations of residential, commercial, and/or mixed-use buildings, code research and construction document review, failure analysis, the scope of repair preparation, and report writing. These activities will generally be performed for both insurance property claims and construction defect litigation matters. Senior Forensic Engineers have cultivated a strong client following and excel at ongoing business development.

Work Product Creation, Project Management, Coordination with Team Members

Support assigned manager in monitoring of all relevant data related to own performance such as individual utilization rate vs target, client deadlines, accurate and timely timesheet data, etc.

Meet or exceed defined individual average utilization goals as set forth by company leadership

Conduct own behavior in a “lead by example” manner, with emphasis on positivity

Manage own tasks within assigned projects in support of meeting defined objectives and key results (OKRs).

Travel, as necessary to support client, employee, and leadership needs.

Perform quality control of all assigned service delivery and self-generated work product, maintaining an excellent reputation of quality

Provide feedback to project team leader in a manner that assists with rapid identification and escalation of any client, or technical or operational challenges

Operations

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 (litigation)

Assess the condition of existing structures for prospective buyers/sellers/tenants

Inspect in-construction structures to prevent future claims/losses (loss control)

Research failures attributed to the building design or construction to determine cause and origin of incident

Develop detailed plan for remediation of loss: scope, schedule, budget

Develop expert investigative reports with detailed findings and plans for remediation for senior management review and client presentation

Plan and execute business development activities and presentations, including regular contact with existing and prospective clients in the region

Provide expert witness testimony for litigation cases

Lead and manage in support of strategic plans that align with the organization’s vision and defined business objectives

Support construction of strong cross-functional teams to achieve success in shared goals, understanding that multiple perspectives and talents build stronger teams and results

Manage assigned projects consistent with contracts and proactively alert assigned Director to any potential challenges or issues

Ensure compliance of operations with all local, state and Federal (and International, if applicable) regulations, as well as compliance with company policy

Ensure consistent high quality on deliverables for the practice

Other duties as assignedQualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or engineering field (i.e.: Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Geotechnical, etc.) or other advanced degrees as called for in area of specialization.

Minimum of 5 years’ industry experience

Professional Engineering (PE) license required, with multiple states preferred

Proven track record of customer relationship management and staff management and development

Demonstrated leadership skills

Ability to carry and operate a 24-foot extension ladder unassisted, walk on sloped roofs and uneven surfaces, and work in small spaces (attics, crawl spaces)

Knowledge & Skills

Strong knowledge of the residential (IRC), commercial (IBC) and existing (IEBC) I-codes

Understanding of wood, steel, concrete, and masonry structural framing and foundation components

Understanding of building envelope components preferred

Experience in providing reliable work product review for technical deliverables

Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with co-workers, clients, subcontractors, and vendors

Able to provide oversight and direction to assigned staff

Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Developing increased emotional intelligence to work effectively with a wide variety of individuals at all levels, both internally and externally

Able to handle multiple priorities and perform consistently and positively under high stress conditions

Knowledge of computer operations and standard software packages (word processing, spreadsheets, Adobe) required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

VERTEX offers a solid total compensation package including base salary and discretionary bonus plan. We also offer a robust benefits package including, healthcare (with multiple plan options) and dental; Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. We offer a 401k plan with immediate match and vesting, Flex Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and other perks. We provide a generous paid time off plan for eligible employees including 15 days of vacation, 64 hours of sick time, and 9.5 paid holidays (prorated for eligible part-time employees). Our “Lifetime of Learning” program also offers tuition reimbursement and additional support for pursuing advanced education, to help employees grow their skills and careers.

VERTEX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you require assistance to complete any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at .

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that VERTEX does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, VERTEX will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VERTEX explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VERTEX.

Full-time