Forensic Engineer

Crawco; Queensland; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus up to 40%

Car allowance

Global company

Career development

Job summary

Crawford is seeking a Forensic Engineer to provide expert advice in our CRD Team. You will inspect and report on building defects, prepare causation reports, and develop cost estimates in accordance with the Building Code of Australia and Australian Standards.

The role targets candidates with 3+ years in forensic engineering, strong report writing and client relations, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (structural preferred).
• CPEng or NER qualification.
• 3+ years civil/structural engineering experience.
• Knowledge of Building Code of Australia and Australian Standards.
• Experience in insurance/claims industry preferred.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to scope and estimate repairs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and report on building defects and related matters.
• Provide technical advice, detailed scope of works and cost estimates per Australian standards.
• Engage with Insureds, public, builders and insurers to manage diverse stakeholders.

Skills

Forensic engineering

Report writing

Client relationship

Communication skills

Project leadership

Commercial acumen

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Structural)

CPEng/NER

Job description

• Locations Level 12, 100 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, 4006, AU

Job Description

We are open to hearing from you if you have remedial/structural engineering experience, and most importantly, have a can-do attitude, and are willing to grow your career within the forensic engineering/insurance space.

What's in it for You?

• Competitive remuneration package where you can earn up to 40% of your salary through a performance bonus + car allowance
• Join a well-established global company and supportive close-knit team
• Long-term career development opportunities at your fingertips
• Tangible performance-based bonus that recognises your effort

About Our Culture

At Crawford, we value our people; as such, we hire for attitude and train for skill and offer a supportive and positive work environment so our people are always developing their skills and expertise to thrive in their role.

We are seeking someone that can do the job, but just as important, are able to add to the already great culture of our team and can demonstrate the qualities below, because it's who you are.

Drive - you are intrinsically motivated to give your best that is manifested through the high quality of your work and customer service.

Integrity - you are impeccable with your word and follow through on your commitments.

Growth mindset - you encourage collaboration in every interaction and welcome feedback in order to grow and also impart your learning with your team.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Forensic Engineer to provide expert advice on all things forensic engineering in our CRD Team. CRD is a division of Crawford which offers Engineering, Quantity Surveying and Building Consultancy services to the insurance industry. To learn more about CRD, then please visit www.crawco.com.au/crd.

As a Forensic Engineer, you will be:

• Inspecting and reporting on building related matters i.e., preparing causation reports on defects and damages to buildings and associated structures
• Providing technical advice and detailed scope of works and cost estimates in accordance with Australian Standards and Building Code of Australia
• Dealing with a variety of stakeholders at any given time, including Insureds, general public, builders and insurers

About You

The role will suit candidates who can demonstrate:

• Sound technical experience in Forensic Engineering (min 3+ years)
• Excellent technical report writing skills
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills
• High motivation, responsibility, sound judgement and customer focus
• Previous experience documenting and leading a diverse range of projects
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced consulting environment with competing demands
• Strong commercial and business sense

Key Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (preferably structural engineering)
• Chartered Engineer (CPEng) or National Engineering Register (NER) qualified
• At least 3 years' experience as a Civil/Structural Engineer
• A thorough knowledge of the Building Code of Australia and relevant Australian Standards
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment; preferably within the insurance industry
• Experience working with legal firms and insurance companies (highly desirable)
• Ability to scope and estimate cost of repairs to domestic, commercial and industrial properties
• Ability to support conclusions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings

Crawford is committed to being an inclusive workplace that employs and retains the best and most diverse talent. We value diversity of thought, experience and perspective and aim to create a workplace where our people feel valued, respected, and empowered. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people of all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability, or ethnicity.

It is the policy of Crawford & Company that all successful employees consent to a national police check. To be eligible to apply, you must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency status.

About Us

About Crawford

Crawford is the world's largest publicly listed claims management company operating in more than 70 countries. Crawford has been in operation for over 80 years and is committed to restoring and enhancing lives, businesses, and communities affected by natural disasters and catastrophic events.

Crawford is the only provider in Australia to offer services across the entire claim lifecycle - from 'first notification of loss' through to litigation:

• Loss adjusting - property, major and complex loss, catastrophe response
• Third-party administration (Crawford TPA is a Lloyd's accredited provider)
• Forensic accounting including business interruption expertise
• Cyber response
• Managed repair services (Contractor Connection)
• Quantity surveying, forensic engineering & building consultancy (CRD Building Consultants)