Civil Engineer – Construction Management Forensic Investigator | Robson Forensic | Lancaster, PA

Pennsylvania Society of Professional Engineers; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organization is seeking a Construction Management Forensic Expert in Lancaster, PA. The ideal candidate will possess 15+ years of hands-on experience in construction management with an active P.E. license and a B.S. in Civil Engineering. Responsibilities include investigating incidents, analyzing procedures, and providing expert testimony. This role emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and continuous professional development, offering a chance to make a significant impact in litigation and site safety.

Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• 15+ years of hands-on experience in construction management.
• Thorough knowledge of contracts and safety issues.

Responsibilities

• Investigate construction incidents.
• Analyze construction site procedures.
• Write clear, sound reports.
• Provide expert testimony.

Skills

Construction management expertise

Analytical skills

Excellent writing skills

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Purpose & Summary

You are a P.E. with 15+ years of hands‑on Construction Management experience and a B.S. in Civil Engineering. You possess a deep understanding of construction management and construction site safety. You are already an expert. Robson Forensic will train you to be a forensic expert.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

As a Construction Management Forensic Expert, you will:

• Investigate construction incidents.
• Analyze construction site procedures, applying your comprehensive knowledge of standards and practices.
• Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
• Provide expert testimony.

You will delve into the “why” behind incidents, critically assessing decision‑making, operational procedures, and the standard of care. This role offers you a chance to:

• Use your cumulative training, experience, and critical thinking skills.
• Collaborate with highly respected experts.
• Continuously learn and grow as an expert in your field.
• Make a tangible difference in litigation.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Education: B.S. in Civil Engineering.
• Experience: 15+ years of hands‑on experience in construction management, including commercial, and experience with quality control and safety issues on construction sites.
• Additional Experience a Plus: Experience in single‑family, high‑rise, industrial, land development, and/or heavy/highway construction.
• Knowledge: Thorough working knowledge of contracts, means & methods, scheduling, estimating, and subcontractor management.
• Skills: Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Aptitude: Strong ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, objective evidence for non-technical audiences.
• Work Style: Approximately 20% travel for inspections; the remainder is focused on analysis and report drafting, working independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• You can work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Prior forensic experience is not required. We seek professionals eager to apply their deep industry knowledge to a challenging new domain.
• You must have a clean background screen, a driver’s license, and the ability to drive.